Santa Teresa Gran Reserva
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Recently while checking the new arrivals in our alcohol shops I noticed two new rums, Santa Teresa 1796 and Santa Teresa Gran Reserva. I'm interested to know how Santa Teresa Gran Reserva compares to 1796.
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The 1796 is easily twice the quality of the Gran Reserva. Gran Reserva is gently oaked with a butterscotch caramel linger. The 1796 is much bigger and richer. Principal flavors are oak and dark caramel with hints of vanilla and spice. I consider it a true classic.
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I really can't comment on the Gran Reserva, but have reviewed the 1796 at my website (Link to Review), where my dear Sue Sea and myself gave 1796 a solid "8" (out of 10). This is quite a high rating for us. Usually when I'm in doubt I take a quick stop at BTI for comparative ratings.
There, 1796 earns a very respectable "94", quite exceptional there. Still the Gran Reserva garners a remarkable "89" , especially considering its very low price of around $14 or $15, and is rated a "best buy". At BTI, the Gran compares very favorably with many more expensive premium rums. Scotte tried the Gran Reserva in a flight that included Havana Club 7 Year and Flor de Cana 18, two very well respected rums - the Gran Reserva was the winner of the night! That's saying something.
Personally I think I may pick a Gran Reserva and try it. Certainly it is a younger rum, but it appears it has surprising maturity and complexity for its age. Count, do let us know what you think if you try it...
There, 1796 earns a very respectable "94", quite exceptional there. Still the Gran Reserva garners a remarkable "89" , especially considering its very low price of around $14 or $15, and is rated a "best buy". At BTI, the Gran compares very favorably with many more expensive premium rums. Scotte tried the Gran Reserva in a flight that included Havana Club 7 Year and Flor de Cana 18, two very well respected rums - the Gran Reserva was the winner of the night! That's saying something.
Personally I think I may pick a Gran Reserva and try it. Certainly it is a younger rum, but it appears it has surprising maturity and complexity for its age. Count, do let us know what you think if you try it...
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I will probably pick it up at some point and do a review. It was a lot cheaper than 1796 which was something like 56 euros. Luckily I still have quite a bit left in my old 1796 bottle.
Thanks for your opinion guys.
Thanks for your opinion guys.
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