There are good bottles of Holmes Cay rum, and then there are stellar bottles of Holmes Cay alcohol.
This guide will help give you an overview of what Holmes Cay has to offer.
Which bottles cost what? Which bottles are best? Most loved? Most Rare? Most Expensive?
And more.
Later, you’ll find we’ve summarized a short history of the prestigious brand for you so that in 5 minutes, you can pretend to be an expert. 😉
Note: the prices are in US Dollars, and for the US market, if you are outside of the US, the prices may vary; we will, however, include links to the best place to buy your ideal bottle of Holmes Cay in your country.
How much is a bottle of Holmes Cay?
Let’s start by answering the most basic question simply:
The most commonly bought bottle of Holmes Cay is the Holmes Cay Fiji Rum 750ml and costs $48.50.
What is the most expensive bottle of Holmes Cay?
The most expensive bottle of Holmes Cay is the Holmes Cay Fiji 2004 Rum, and it costs $163.99 for a bottle of 750ml.
Now that you have the simplest answer to the simple questions, below you’ll find the prices and sizes of the entire range of Holmes Cay rum, their sizes, prices, and later on a buyer’s guide.
Enjoy.
Holmes Cay Rum Limited Edition Bottles and Prices
The following is the list of the famous Holmes Cay Rum limited edition bottles.
Holmes Cay Fiji Rum
This premium rum comes from the Holmes Cay Single Origin Editions. The distinctive taste of the rum is perfect for sipping or blending into a cocktail. This edition is a blend of pot and column still rums from the South Pacific distilleries in Lautoka, Fiji. The aroma has grass, pepper, and citrus notes. The flavors contain hints of cloves and honey. The finish has hay and pepper rounding out the entire thing. The retail price for this bottle is $48.50 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay Guyana Uitvlugt 2003
This signature rum was distilled on a historic French 4-column Savalle column still at the Diamond distillery in Guyana. Aged for two years in Guyana and a further 16 years in the UK, this rum has no additives present. Golden honey and brine are present on the nose, with the palate having tropical fruit with hints of almond, cocoa, and herbs. The retail price for this bottle is $158.00 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay Jamaica Wedderburn 2011
This 100% pot still rum was distilled in 2011 at the Clarendon distillery in Jamaica. The rum was aged for three years in Jamaica in bourbon casks with seven years of maturation in the UK. The nose contains pineapple and drying oak, with the flavors having tropical fruit and the finish having black pepper, leather, and tobacco. The retail price for this bottle is $89.00 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba 2017
Between the first and best of South African rums comes from the Mhoba distillery and is pot distilled from fresh-pressed cane juice. It is aged for four years in casks of African whiskey. The nose has hints of grilled pineapple and rich cane. The flavor has notes of pepper, tropical fruits, and fennel seeds. The retail price for this bottle is $115.00 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay Fiji 2004
This rum is an example of the best in rums from Fiji. Aged in bourbon barrels for 12 years with further maturation in American oak casks in the UK, giving it a complex flavor profile. The nose has hints of grass and fresh banana. The flavor has hints of pepper, citrus, and caramel. The retail price for this bottle is $163.99 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay Belize 2005
This is a 100% column still rum, typically aged for 15 years in casks of bourbon. This rum was distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2020 at the Travellers Liquors Distillery in Belize, and this rum contains no additives of any kind. Caramel, cherry, and vanilla are present in the nose, with chocolate and tobacco being present in the flavor giving way to sherry. The retail price for this bottle is $121.00 for 750ml.
Holmes Cay Barbados 2012 Port Cask
This edition of the rum comes from the Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados. The rum is a blend of column and pot stills, which is aged for eight years in Barbados, then they undergo another year of secondary maturation in New York within port casks. The tasting notes of the rum include plums, cherry, caramel honey, and oak and have a crisp finish. The retail price for this bottle is $122.99 for 750ml.
About Holmes Cay Rum
Holmes Cay is a Barbados-based rum manufacturer known for releasing limited edition rums on an annual basis. Their signature rums come from various Central American distilleries and another from a distillery in Fiji. Each of their limited edition rums come from the highest pedigrees and are expertly aged for over ten years to 15 years. As a result, their rums are quite flavorful and aromatic and are counted among the more premium rums available today.
The history behind Holmes Cay Rum
Eric Kaye founded the company in 2019. The founder saw an opportunity to introduce cask strength rums without additives to the US market. He envisioned the introduction of hard-to-obtain expressions in rum that were expertly aged and finished. Instead, these rums would be ones he encountered in the Caribbean. Since that time, Holmes Cay has brought out several highly regarded rums in a small batch and limited-run series sold without any additives.
What makes Holmes Cay unique?
The rums come from a variety of Caribbean and Central American distilleries, which give the entire series a distinctive flavor and feel to each rum. The rums are also very highly aged and finished using expert processes at the distilleries. As a result, the distinct flavors and ingredients are used to bring out their uniqueness in the best possible ways.
Why is Holmes Cay so popular?
The single batch, limited edition rums have become highly popular with discerning rum drinkers worldwide. Combining multiple casks and production styles, Holmes Cay produces exciting expressions in each rum variant.
How best to drink Holmes Cay?
Here are the best ways to enjoy Holmes Cay Rum:
Neat: All the limited edition bottles of Holmes Cay are perfect as a party starter. Having it neat only intensifies the drinking experience. Do not forget to drop two drops of water to unlock all the Holmes Cay flavors.
Cocktails: You need to try these amazing cocktails made with Holmes Cay rums.
Manhattan: In a cocktail, jar adds one ounce of Holmes Cay Fiji with 1 ounce of sweet vermouth, amontillado sherry, and a dash to cherry bitters. Mix everything together with ice. Pour it in a cocktail glass and garnish it with a cherry.
Tropical Escape: In a cocktail jar, mix 2 ounces of any Holmes Cay Rum of choice. Add 1 ounce of grapefruit juice and 1/2 ounce of aromatic bitters and orgeat syrup. Mix all the ingredients with 2 cups of crushed ice. Pour in a glass and serve with edible ice.
Holmes Cay Juice: This is the perfect way to spice your drinking time. Just add 60ml of any Holmes Cay Rum into your favorite juice and enjoy.
