JMH Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 I'm looking for a lighter rum to be used in mojitos and a few other cocktails where a lighter rum is called for. I've seen 10 cane mentioned a few times, so I thought I'd ask if anyone here has tried it. I haven't seen it in any of my local bottle-o's so I don't suppose anyone would know where I could find a bottle in sydney? On the topic of lighter rums, any suggestions or personal favourites? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gargett Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 I'm looking for a lighter rum to be used in mojitos and a few other cocktails where a lighter rum is called for. I've seen 10 cane mentioned a few times, so I thought I'd ask if anyone here has tried it. I haven't seen it in any of my local bottle-o's so I don't suppose anyone would know where I could find a bottle in sydney? On the topic of lighter rums, any suggestions or personal favourites?Thanks! it is a reasonably new one being brought in by LVMH from memory. not bad as a mixer. the ten canes refers to the idea that each bottle needs ten canes. it should be reasonably readily available in sydney. try ultimo or five way cellars or if you have a good retail wine store you use, get them to chase it. (checked - it is brought in by moet hennessey). from trinidad. one other that i would recommend though will be a bit more exy and probably harder to find (same sources should track it for you or ring distributor direct - 03 96999410) - rhum JM from martinique. from heritiers crassous de medeuil. one of the better lighter rums, though a little more alcoholic than many - if that is not a contradiction, that i've tried. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GP012 Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 If you can find Cruzan 2yr Estate Light, go for that. Stateside, the 1.5L runs $18-22, and for the price it's great in mojitos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gargett Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 If you can find Cruzan 2yr Estate Light, go for that. Stateside, the 1.5L runs $18-22, and for the price it's great in mojitos. never seen it in australia. where does it come from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anacostiakat Posted December 27, 2008 Share Posted December 27, 2008 never seen it in australia. where does it come from? St Croix. . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMH Posted December 27, 2008 Author Share Posted December 27, 2008 Thanks for all the info guys. I do have a good local wine store, so I think that I'll ask them if they can get a bottle for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stargazer14 Posted December 30, 2008 Share Posted December 30, 2008 10 Cane is rather pricey as far as rums go, I dont know if that is something I would be mixing drinks with. I havent had it yet(but looking forward to trying), but at the cost I'd be drinking it neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gargett Posted December 30, 2008 Share Posted December 30, 2008 10 Cane is rather pricey as far as rums go, I dont know if that is something I would be mixing drinks with. I havent had it yet(but looking forward to trying), but at the cost I'd be drinking it neat. that is a fair point but i must say that i do not find it a rum for sipping neat. be interesting to see if it succeeds long term as an expensive mixer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trumpetchris Posted December 31, 2008 Share Posted December 31, 2008 If you're in Sydney, why not go with Havana Club for mojitos? 10 Cane is good for mixing, sweeter and more flavor than a bacardi (PR). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMH Posted January 2, 2009 Author Share Posted January 2, 2009 HC7 is my usual rum, but I'm looking for something a bit lighter. I was going to go with HC3, but not finding it in any of my local stores, I thought if I was going to have to order something in, I might as well try something completely different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassman Posted January 6, 2009 Share Posted January 6, 2009 10 Cane is a high quality rum, but is very sweet. Mighty expensive for a mixing rum too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginseng Posted January 7, 2009 Share Posted January 7, 2009 I like 10Cane, but not a lot. I find it to be clean, light and floral with a delicate sweetness. Not killer sweet like Zaya or Pyrat but pleasant enough. Wilkey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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