CDI Bellevue Guadeloupe (Bottled for Denmark) 1998
"A must try if you like Guadeloupe rums," as one Danish taster put it. This 1998 Bellevue leans dry and classic — caramel and vanilla up front, then oak, nutty spice and a light smoky note. Several call it dark and woody with mineral depth; a couple find it hot, so a drop of water and a short rest help.
The community says- Long finish
- Dry, balanced
- But: Slightly hot neat
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How does CDI Bellevue Guadeloupe (Bottled for Denmark) 1998 taste?
Aggregated from 18 community reviews.
Dry, woody Guadeloupe with a smoky edge Well-liked among Guadeloupe fans for its dry, woody balance and long finish. A touch sharp at 55%, but a drop of water settles it nicely.
Fans of dry, older column-still Guadeloupe rum
Anyone wanting sweet, soft, low-proof sipping
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How is CDI Bellevue Guadeloupe (Bottled for Denmark) 1998 rated?
RumX’s 0–10 scale is strict: 8.4 sits in the “Very good” band. 100% of tasters rate it Good or better; only 0% rate it below average. See the full rating guide →
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What does the community say?
94% rate it 8 or higher. 8 selected write-ups from 18 community ratings. You can view the complete list in our app.
Review by BTHHo 🥃
Taste of caramel and a light smoky note. Long, satisfying finish - If you are into Guadeloupe rum, I can definitely recommend this one - an absolutely delightful taste experience 👍
Review by Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰
08.03.2024 Tasting with Romhatten. Retasting and I still like it a lot. ----------------------- Had a wonderful tasting event yesterday with only good CDI rums. This one is the third one of the six. Again a bottling for Denmark that hits the spot. A very nicely finished rum from Guadeloupe. Well balanced with a really nice palate and nose. If it's too sharp for you try to add a drop or two of water. Make sure that you rest it for 10-15 minutes before sipping. A must try if you like Guadeloupe rums.
Review by Johannes
Once again a very good 1998!
Review by crazyforgoodbooze
Wirklich ungewöhnlich süßer und ausbalancierter Guadeloupe mit schöner Süße und Würze. Alkohol finde ich gut integriert und insgesamt sehr angenehm zu trinken. Kann man definitiv machen! Langer Abgang.
Review by Oliver
Tolle Röst- und Kakao-Noten in der Nase und am Gaumen. Recht dunkler und würziger Bellevue 1998. Gefällt mir sehr gut!
Review by Mirco
Zeigt ein klares, klassisches Bellevue-Profil mit trockener Struktur, mineralischer Tiefe und feiner Würze. Etwas Frucht und eine dezente Grasigkeit runden das Bild ab. Kein Ausreißer, aber sauber und charakteristisch umgesetzt.
Review by Vidaa Wz
Magnifique embouteillages de compagnie des Indes Édition limitée pour le Danemark on remarque, directement la provenance Guadeloupe, avec des notes de bois, de canne, herbacée, de caramel, de vanille, de fumée et de salé, un ensemble très harmonieux pour un prix de sortie relativement correct. Tres bel embouteillage
Review by Casper Jensen
Man skulle ikke tro den var 18 år på fad her. Lidt sprittet i duften men mild og rund.
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Details about CDI Bellevue Guadeloupe (Bottled for Denmark) 1998
A Column Still Rum from Guadeloupe, bottled by Compagnie des Indes, at 55,1%.
Community purchases
9 bottles logged by 8 collectors.
A drinker & collector.
22% opened, 2 emptied and repurchased.
9 purchased · 18 tasted · 2 wishlist · as of
About the Bellevue distillery
The Bellevue distillery is located in Guadeloupe. Rums from Bellevue have been reviewed 1,451 times with an average of 8.5/10.
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