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Swell de Spirits T.D.L Cave VERSUS #25 2000
Give it 20-30 minutes in the glass and this 25-year TDL rewards the wait. First it's closed and woody, then ripe stone fruit — peach, apricot, mango — pushes through, framed by the eucalyptus-and-mint note that marks these Trinidad pot-stills. Blackcurrant shows up on the second sip. The extra oak from long ageing sits well here, and at 57% the alcohol stays remarkably tidy.
The community says- Menthol-mint signature
- Ripe stone fruit
- But: Needs time to open
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How does Swell de Spirits T.D.L Cave VERSUS #25 2000 taste?
Aggregated from 16 community reviews.
Minty, fruity 25yo Trinidad pot-still Well-liked among TDL drinkers, though the profile shifts a lot as it breathes — several tasters rate it a notch above the 2000 TWJ, with only mild alcohol heat noted.
TDL fans who love the menthol-and-fruit style
anyone wanting an easy, no-patience pour
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What does the community say?
100% rate it 8 or higher. 13 selected write-ups from 16 community ratings. You can view the complete list in our app.
Review by Thunderbird
Solider 2000er TDL.. Im Gegensatz zu vielen anderen 2000er hat er aufgrund des Alters etwas mehr Holzeinfluss, was mir hier im Zusammenspiel mit der klassischen Minze aber recht gut gefällt. Der Alkohol ist gut eingebunden.
Review by zabo
Getestet mit zwei T.D.L aus 2000, dem swell und den neuen TWJ. Ja, der Familie Ricci ist ein 2003, kann hier aber definitiv nicht mit den beiden anderen mithalten, da er für mich zu alkoholisch ist. Der TWJ ist im Gegensatz zum letzten Release von ihnen schon ein wenig besser. Als Fazit bleibt, dass der Swell und TWJ, als mich für nicht unbedingt größten T.D.L Liebhaber, gleich auf sind.
Review by Skyfly
Ein am Ende sehr angenehmer TDL, nachdem mir anfangs die alkoholische Note in der Nase missfiel. Schwarze Johannisbeeren und Pfirsich harmonieren sher gut mit Minze, Eukalyptus und jungem Holz was in Anbetracht der langen Fasslagerung erstaunlich positiv ist
Review by DutchRumPirate
A very pleasant, softer TDL in the glass. Delicious chocolate, mint with eucalyptus notes, tropical fruit, and light characteristics of young wood. Seems slightly less complex or full-bodied than the spicier TDLs on the market. But certainly no less good because of this; it is a delightful treat.
Review by Jussi Piirainen
This rum needs some time to open up. I think this rum did sit in the glass for a good 30 minutes. On the nose: At first it was woody, roasted and it had light burnt demerera sugar note in it. Once the rum opens up its woody, roasted, light menthol/minty notes in the background, althou this note gets stronger as the rum sits in the glass. Main note is roasted woody notes mixed with confections, baking spices notes that has some caramel notes to it. Taste: Very complex fruity notes at first, i dont know how to describe this. Delicious. Then, as the rum has been sitting in the glass for anhour, the fruity notes are taken over by more typical T.D.L eucalyptus, minty and black tea notes. Woody notes. Some fruity berry notes in the background. It has a slight alcoholic feel to it. Finish: Woody notes, minty notes, tea notes. Roasted. Medium finish. The palate did change quite a bit during my tasting, so i dont know how to rate this. Maybe dont let this rum sit in the glass for too long.
Review by Johannes
Irgendwie anders als die klassischen 2000er TDls. Dieser hat so eine süße Pfirsich-Note, die mich an den TDl 2003 RX5971 erinnert.
Review by FischeJ
Braucht ne Weile im Glas. Nicht so fruchtig und minzig wie andere Jahrgänge. Eher mittlere Holznoten, etwas Minze, Steinobst. Angenehme Süße hinten raus. Die Alkoholintegration ist super.
Review by Mc Pirate
Light color for a 2000, rich nose of pastries, plain flan, exotic fruits, and dried fruits. Very pronounced sugar, brown sugar, even Demerara. Frank and fresh on the palate with eucalyptus and a very subtle hint of menthol. It holds up remarkably well for a 2000, with custard on the finish. I was very intrigued not to find blackcurrant on the first sip... But that was before the second sip, when the blackcurrant returned to boost the aromas behind the hint of mint. Custard is part of this superb aromatic range. Medium-length, warm finish with alcohol!
Review by Jacques etdom
Nez relativement fermé, il lui faut du temps. Puis des fruits jaunes et un caramel leger. En bouche, ca explose, des fruits bien murs, mangue et peche en tete. La finesse mais avec un tres joli peps. En toute de fin de bouche, un gros retour de mangue bien mure et juteuse (l element declancheur pour moi). Belle longueur. Un cran net au dessus du twj 2000 (1ere edition). Bref on ne s ennuie pas, un peps qui fait du bien sur un 2000, super choix. Bravo a swell et versus.
Review by Schnubbii
In der Nase recht verschlossen, etwas süßlich. Am Gaumen recht voll und ölig, mit einer schönen Süße. Nur sehr leicht eine hellgelbe Frucht, dazu Keksteig. Sehr angenehm und elegant, wirklich sehr angenehm zu trinken und dabei dennoch am Gaumen sehr voll. Ein Leisetreter mit dennoch vollem Antritt. Für mich hier unterbewertet, gefällt mir sehr gut!
Review by Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
#7226 27.08.2026 Enjoying a few rums while packing for the weekend trip to the German Rum Festival in Berlin. Listening to some new Psy Trance on Spotify at the same time. Really nice TLD with a good price tag at release. Fresh and fruity profile with pastries, spice, roasted wood, herbs, mint and a natural sweet palate.
Review by Thefrenchagave
Ce TDL 2000 séduit dès le premier nez par une belle gourmandise Les notes d’abricot mûr se mêlent à une fraîcheur mentholée élégante, relevées par une touche de chocolat noir qui apporte profondeur et complexité En bouche, les fruits jaunes s’expriment pleinement avant de laisser place à un boisé maîtrisé. La fraîcheur accompagne la dégustation du début à la fin, tandis que le chocolat noir revient en finale pour une conclusion à la fois riche et harmonieuse Une référence pleine de caractère et d’équilibre
Review by Vidaa Wz
Très cool, TDL Beaucoup de gourmandise, influence du bois est présent alors que dans mes souvenirs les années 2000 sont moins marqué par l’essence du fut Il y a une belle harmonie entre les fruits rouges, le menthol, le boisé et l’intensité de l’alcool, on se mérite une note sûrement plus conséquente et son petit frère sorti plus tard, privé de rester supérieur
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Avg. community purchase price 174 €
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Details about Swell de Spirits T.D.L Cave VERSUS #25 2000
A Pot Still Rum from Trinidad, bottled by Swell de Spirits, at 57,3%.
Community purchases
20 bottles logged by 15 collectors.
A collector's bottle.
10% opened, 0 emptied and repurchased.
What did the community pay for Swell de Spirits T.D.L Cave VERSUS #25 2000?
Community paid 169–185 €.
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