Cruzan’s 9 tropical flavors (banana, black cherry, citrus, coconut, guava, mango, pineapple, raspberry and vanilla) are good. Flavored rums are difficult to produce without being overly sweet simply because it is the nature of the spirit. Often these are just on the verge of syrupy unlike vodkas which tend to be dry. Cruzan is no different but these flavors are better than many I’ve tried. I believe that flavored rums should be saved for cocktails because it is in drinks that these shine and I’ve been playing with Cruzan’s Guava with some very nice results. Bobby “G”’s Fresh Squeeze is a good example.
Then we get to that anomaly of the Cruzan line, the Rum Cream. This is nothing short of yummy and is not only a supreme cocktail mixer to substitute for other cream liqueurs, but is divine on the rocks for dessert. I have yet to try it, but have dreams of a dessert martini with Black Strap and Rum Cream – this would be the ultimate indulgence I’m saving for the right meal.
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