10 Best Spiced Rum Brands December 2014

#1 of 10 Top Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - Bold and robust with a dark, seductive appearance, Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum is one of the very best of the best – a fact attributed to the delicious, smooth blend of spices and exotic herbs in every bottle. Notable for having a picture of THE Captain Morgan in all of his sketched pirate glory on the label – this spirit goes beyond the name, tantalizing your senses with molasses-based black-strap rum that has been well-aged and tended to with artisan expertise. There are an array of noticeable, delicious fragrances and flavors within each bottle of Captain Morgan Black Spiced Rum, but the most prominent scents and tastes are oak, brown sugar, clove spice, and vanilla.

#2 of 10 Leading Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - When it comes to award winning middle-priced rums, you will not have to inquire very far before you run into Siesta Key Spiced Rum. With Siesta Key Spiced Rum, you are looking at a sweet spirit with a serious pedigree. The molasses that was used for this spirit came from 100% certified organic sugar cane, and that impressive sweetness is mellowed, deepened and complicated by the honey that was also used in the production. Combined with the yeast unique to the French West Indies, and the result is an amazing spirit that will keep you warm and glowing! Choose Siesta Key Spiced Rum for your liquor cabinet today!

#3 of 10 Leading Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - Shellback Caribbean Rum produces two quality types of rum. Currently, the company's 80 proof spiced rum is its most popular alcohol. Silver rum from Shellback provides a more reserved and smooth flavor. Only quality Caribbean sugarcane is used in the creation of these rums today. By creating a quality product, Shellback sets itself apart from the competition. The creators of Shellback believed in pushing boundaries and going where others haven't. Without a doubt, no further proof is needed past the Shellback name. Shellbacks were known in the past as sailors who ventured beyond the equator. These sailors were dedicated to the journey and believed in pushing boundaries to their limits. These days, Shellback Caribbean Rum succeeds in such goals daily.

#4 of 10 Top Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - The first thing you notice when tilting back a glass of Sailor Jerry spiced rum are the smooth notes of cinnamon and vanilla. Those are only the top notes, though. Sailor Jerry spiced rum has a well-rounded yet distinctive finish thanks to a handful of spicy ingredients. It's a taste that you'll be sure to tell your friends about. Toffee, vanilla and cinnamon are the top notes that everyone comments on when first cracking open a bottle of Sailor Jerry spiced rum. Vanilla and cinnamon are also what strike you as you tilt back that first (or second) glass, but hints of nutmeg and a smooth, toffee finish are also emblematic of Sailor Jerry spiced rum's signature taste. Spice Jerry started out as a whiskey company, but has confidently led the charge in sweet yet distinctive spiced rums. In fact, Sailor Jerry has only had a half dozen master blenders in over a century of operation as a company.

#5 of 10 Best Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - For anyone who is looking for something just a little special with regards to spiced rum, Kirkland Signature Spiced Rum is a natural choice. This is a mid-priced rum with a lovely golden color, but this spirit is definitely more than just a pretty face! Take advantage of Kirkland Signature Spiced Rum when you are looking for something that combines the lovely mellowness of zucchini bread and pumpkin cheesecake with the richness of molasses and vanilla custard. This fairly fruity full bodied alcohol finishes off with a delightful spicy aftertaste, and it is a classic choice for so many mixed drinks!

#6 of 10 Best Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - Drawing inspiration from the mythical sea beast of lore and legend, The Kraken Black Spiced Rum is brimming with boldness, richness, and abundant, black spices that are both decadent and sweet. This rum is molasses-based and touched up with a dash of brown sugar, cinnamon, clove spice, and sugar cane. The liquid itself is dark brown, appearing black at first glance – but there are honeyed highlights that can be seen and admired when the rum is held up to light. The Kraken Black Spiced Rum is a timeless classic, but the bottle is as much a star as the rum itself. Old-fashioned and Victorian, the glass bottle features sensuous curves and double loops to prevent breakage.

#7 of 10 Leading Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - Margarittaville is known for producing some of the tastiest rum in the country, but they have outdone themselves with their Premium Jamaican Spiced Rum. With its gold cast and its amazingly memorable aromas of vanilla buttercream, spice and coconut cake, this rum is perfect on its own or added to nearly any mixed drink designed for rum. One of the things that makes Margarittaville's Premium Jamaican Spiced Rum stand apart is its smoothness. It has a fantastically smooth finish that can be enjoyed by nearly any palate. If you need to have one drink at your party, make it Margarittaville's winner!

#8 of 10 Leading Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - When it comes to champion rums for a reasonable price, you cannot do much better than Brinley Gold Shipwreck Spiced Rum. This spiced rum is known for its simultaneously fruity and spicy notes, both amazingly well balanced in favor of a strong alcoholic punch. It boasts both a citrus tang as well as a sweet, sweet cherry flavor, all liberally draped with an aroma of vanilla. In appearance, Brinley Gold Shipwreck Spiced Rum is everything a good rum should be. It has a pale amber color, and that richness is quite suited to this rum's mediumish body and it's rather off-dry mouthfeel.

#9 of 10 Best Spiced Rum Labels of 2014 - For people who are looking for a straight spiced rum, and are a little worn out by all of the fruit notes that are used, Cruzan No. 9 Spiced Rum steps in to set the tone. While rum is naturally sweet, spiced rums do not necessarily need all of the fruit notes that have become popular, and with Cruzan No. 9 Spiced Rum, more and more people are discovering that spicy is where it is at! The 9 in the title refers to the nine spices that were used in its production, and everyone can agree that these are the classics. Cloves, mace, allspice, nutmeg, pepper, juniper, vanilla, cinnamon and ginger are the primary flavor notes for this rum.