Bumbu XO is the kind of rum that feels like opening a cedar chest filled with spice, tradition, and sun-soaked Caribbean history. Aged patiently in Panama and finished in sherry casks, it brings the warm luxury of old-world rum craft into every pour. Uncorking this 6-bottle bundle feels like unlocking your own private reserve, deep, dark, and irresistibly smooth.

Bumbu XO Rum 70cl (6 Bottles)
Brand: Bumbu | Category: Premium Aged Rum | ABV: 40% | Origin: Panama | Volume: 6 x 70cl

Tasting Profile
Nose: Rich and inviting. Aromas of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, spice, dried fruit, orange peel, and polished oak drift upward with elegant warmth.
Palate: Full-bodied and velvety. Notes of toffee, cinnamon, molasses, roasted nuts, vanilla bean, and sherry-kissed sweetness unfold in slow, satisfying waves.
Finish: Long, warm, and luxurious. Dark fruit, oak spice, caramel, and cacao linger with refined smoothness.

Production Details
Bumbu XO is distilled and aged up to 18 years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels under Panama’s tropical climate. It is then finished in Andalusian sherry casks, which add depth, fruit richness, and a gentle mahogany glow. This double influence, Caribbean heat and Spanish oak, creates a rum that is bold, complex, and exquisitely smooth.

Perfect For
Celebrations, gatherings, gifting, premium cocktails, and stocking a home bar with something crowd-pleasing yet luxurious. Ideal for neat sipping or mixing elevated rum creations. The 6-bottle set is perfect for parties, events, or building a solid premium rum inventory.

Expert Notes
Rum critics praise Bumbu XO for its balance of sweetness and structure. The sherry finish adds elegance, making it a favorite among whisky drinkers looking to explore premium rum. Its flavor profile is consistently admired for richness without harshness.

Customer Reviews
"Smooth, rich, and dangerously easy to drink. My go-to rum."
"Love the chocolate and spice notes. The XO is on another level."
"Perfect for sipping and for making elevated cocktails. Great value in a 6-bottle pack."

Interesting Fact
The “Bumbu” name traces back to an old Caribbean tradition where sailors blended rum with spices and fruit, an early predecessor to modern spiced rum. The XO continues that legacy, but with a refined, barrel-aged twist.

Serving Suggestions
Enjoy neat or over a large ice cube to open its chocolate-spice richness. Exceptional in an Old Fashioned made with rum, or poured into an espresso cocktail for a deep, luxurious twist. Also pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, cigars, and caramel desserts.

Distillery Background
Bumbu XO is crafted in Panama using pure cane rum distilled in a historic facility dating back more than 120 years. The distillery combines traditional Caribbean rum-making techniques with Spanish cask finishing, delivering a spirit that embodies heritage, craftsmanship, and modern richness in every drop.