Trois Frères Distillery Takamaka Extra Noir (Charred Cask Rum)
A solid stepping stone rum with toasted oak, vanilla, cocoa and light red-wine fruit. At 43% and unsweetened, RumX members see Takamaka Extra Noir as a dry, wood‑driven sipper and mixer.
- Toasted oak profile
- Unsweetened and dry
- Great in cocktails
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Dry, charred, cocktail‑friendly Seychelles rum A solid stepping stone rum with toasted oak, vanilla, cocoa and light red-wine fruit. At 43% and unsweetened, RumX members see Takamaka Extra Noir as a dry, wood‑driven sipper and mixer.
Drinkers building their palate who enjoy dry, toasted-oak rums with vanilla and cocoa, and want an unsweetened option that works both neat and especially well in long drinks or cola.
Those seeking rich sweetness, big fruitiness or deep complexity; anyone who dislikes strong charred-wood notes or finds even moderate alcohol heat distracting.
How is Trois Frères Distillery Takamaka Extra Noir (Charred Cask Rum) rated?
RumX's 0–10 scale is strict , 7.1 lands squarely in the "Good" band. 51% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 3% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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Based on 54 ratings
Review by Tim
A visit to the Takamaka distillery is worthwhile! During the pandemic, the distillery has built up a second mainstay alongside its high-quality pot still made from fresh sugar cane juice from the Seychelles in very small quantities with a triple column still that works with molasses from abroad (Mauritius). This enables continuous production in large quantities, serving the cocktail and beginner segment. Extra Noir, however, comes from the middle segment, as it also has pot still components and a somewhat more elaborate storage process than that of the lower segment. However, I find the burnt aromas in the mouth and finish too dominant and sharp. Unfortunately, apart from the Zepis Kreol, there were no other rums from this segment available for tasting.
Review by Schoch F
Very nice surprise
Review by Volkmar Weber
Ziemlich gruselig. Sehr scharfer Alkohol und die verbrannte Holznote im Abgang übertönt den an sich recht leichten Rum total. Nicht zu empfehlen
Review by Timo Groeger
Shopbesuch Rum Paradise Hamburg April 2025. Das ist der letzte für heute. Ist besser als erwartet. Vanille und junges Holz in der Nase. Am Gaumen haben wir dann Vanille, Holz sowie etwas Rotwein. Solider Abschluß.
Review by Émile Shevek
A really interesting rum, delicate and unique, like the distillery's other productions, it envelops in its chocolate and caramel notes that harmonize with the sweet and fruity ones, with a light finish
Review by Rowald Sweet Empire
Nice and easy going rum. Lots of red wine and fruits in the nose. More light and agricole in the taste. Wood spices. Would like to try this on a higher ABV. Good entry level for a "semi" new rum.
Review by Johannes
Etwas dünn, trotzdem ist der Alkohol präsent, außerdem typische Vanillin-Noten aus einem Eichenfass.
Review by rum_sk
I had a couple of ,,shots,, on my friends wedding and I was surprised how good it is. I only had a chance to taste the one dedicated to drinks but this is whole another level. I cannot remember the exact taste or smell but I liked it a lot it was very well balanced with sweetness. I need to get a bottle to revisit. Retaste: I kind of agree with what I said it is surprisingly good, rather sweet but not over the top rather nicely balanced.
Review by Rum&More
In der Nase Holz, Vanille und etwas später auch Creme Brulee. Im Geschmack angenehm holzig und trocken mit pfeffrigen Noten. Ein bisschen dünn und bissig, mit Blick auf den Preis aber ein sehr ordentlicher ungesüßter Rum.
Review by Gregor
Leider Sehr kurzatmig und wenig spannend. einfach nur holzig ohne große eigenaromatik. Dazu noch verwässert Sowohl im Geruch als auch im Geschmack. Er ist sehr schnell weg. Kann ich leider nicht empfehlen.
Review by Oliver
Pleasant nose. But too flat and peppery on the palate.
Review by crazyforgoodbooze
Getoastetes Holz, leicht pfeffrig und trocken und generell sehr holzbetont. Kaum Komplexität und generell etwas nichtssagend.
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About the Trois Frères Distillery distillery
The Trois Frères Distillery distillery is located in Seychelles. Rums from Trois Frères Distillery have been reviewed 682 times with an average of 7.1/10.
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