Post #789704 by jokeiii on Wed, Sep 5, 2018 10:49 AM

On 2018-09-04 08:14, Quince_at_Dannys wrote:
I've been able to get my hands on the Xaymaca, and I think it's the Real Deal. I've used up two bottles making a variety of classic DTB drinks and it mixes like a dream--intense rum flavor that holds up in a drink from start to finish, a touch of funk, and a great full-bodied mouthfeel. Sampled side by side with Kohala Bay, I would describe it as KB's, more flavorful, drier, gold brother. It can be deployed as a viable Kohala Bay alternative when mixed 1:1 with a rich dark rum (like Coruba or Plantation Dark or even El Dorado). My favorite is a 1:1 mix of Appleton Reserve and Xaymaca. It isn't as identical to KB as using Coruba, but tastes like a much higher quality, sippable version of it.

AND, if that weren't enough, it's very affordable (24.99 for a 750 from Binny's in Chicago; 19.99 in Minneapolis.)

Terrific news, thanks!