Dutch Head Premium Rum

Dutch Head Premium Rum in which the best local and international ingredients come together. That’s Dutch Head. The result is Willful, Powerful and Exclusive. In short rum for the real enthusiast.

Some background: First: The Bastard will give a little kick with the first sip and a pleasant but not too long finish, the scent is soft and inviting, similar to a Cognac. Secondly: the The Danny Vera has a soft  sweet scent, gives a first initial sip with a long aftertaste, it tends towards a Whisky. the Third: The RAW crafted for the perfect cocktail or in the mix, such as the classsic Rum & Coke or as we like to call it: “RAWCo”. The last truly unique product we will introduce is The Collectors edition, single cask rum from the original barrel and at least 30 years of age.

Explore our four distinct rums, each with its own unique character. Let your taste buds embark on a journey of discovery!

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The world in your glass

Experience the world in your glass with Dutch Head Premium Rum. For centuries, the Dutch have journeyed across the globe, ensuring that no matter where you are, Dutch influence is present. Adventure, diverse cultures, and exquisite flavors are ingrained in our DNA, defining who we are. Dutch Head Premium Rum embodies this spirit, offering a taste of the world in every sip.

Dive into the exquisite components the ingredients that make up Dutch Head Rum:

  • Rum sourced from the Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Jamaica, Panama, and Venezuela
  • A touch of caster sugar (known as basterd sugar in Dutch); only in one of our four rum
  • Pure water from the Netherlands (Dutch)
  • Sugar cane juice and Molasses

Doing things differently

Embracing innovation, Dutch Head Premium Rum thrives on doing things differently. We’ve reinvented traditional distilling methods with cutting-edge 21st-century techniques, enriching our time-honored recipes with innovative local ingredients. While we’ve preserved the use of wooden oak barrels for maturation, the result is a uniquely authentic taste—a perfect balance of strength and subtlety.

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About Dutch Head

The idea for Dutch Head Premium Rum arose during a holiday with the three friends in Italy. As a result the first steps were taken in the Netherlands and the plans were further matured during a trip to Spain. The dream has become reality.

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International recognition

Dutch Head Premium Rum – The Basterd was honored with two stars at the 2021 ITI: International Taste Institute, a testament to its exceptional quality recognized by the world’s top chefs and sommeliers. Additionally, this rum was awarded a silver medal at the 2021 IWSC: International Wine & Spirits Competition.

In 2024, our three blends— the Bastard, the Danny Vera and the RAW —were each awarded a silver medal by the LSC: London Spirits Competition, further cementing our commitment to excellence.

Testing quotes:

Tasting notes: “Smooth and creamy with rich chocolate and sweet tobacco notes. Fragrant spice and buttery croissant laced with golden syrup. Decently decadent.”

International Wine & Spirits Compettion 2021 – The Bastard: 92 points: Silver medal

 

Tasting notes: “Aged rum with sweet banana, caramel, and vanilla notes, touched by spice. Clear appearance with hints of smoke and cacao on the nose. Medium sweetness on the palate with a tobacco, and coffee finish.”

London Spirits Competition 2024 – the Bastard 80 points: Silver medal

 

Tasting notes: “Aged Rum with light and easy-to-drink flavours, accompanied by a hint of spice and subtle wood notes. Delicate aromas of vanilla and candied orange lead to a soft palate with hints of pineapple, coffee, and gentle smoke.”

London Spirits Competition 2024 – the Danny Vera 80 points: Silver medal

 

Tasting Notes: “The white rum has a clear appearance with hints of fruits and sugar cane. On the palate, it offers a slight sweetness along with notes of smoke, vanilla, and smoked banana, leading to a medium finish.”

London Spirits Competition 2024 – the RAW 76 points: Silver medal

Dutch Head: an Award Winning Rum

Independent testimonials

Als drie vrienden met een passie voor rum begon het verhaal. Tijdens jaarlijkse stedentrips werd de focus gelegd op het bezoeken van diverse rum brouwerijen. Maar ook hier gooide COVID roet in het eten en ging de geliefde stedentrip niet door. Onder het mom van elk nadeel heb z’n voordeel besloten de mannen het heft in eigen handen te nemen en zelf te experimenteren met rum. Zo werd het idee van Dutch Head geboren…

Home Made Chefs, Wij presenteren u Dutch Head a True Rum Story

Die Niederlande waren einst eine große Seefahrernation. Vor allem im 17. Jahrhundert stellte die Niederlande (damals Republik der Vereinigten Sieben Niederlande) eine der größten Kolonialmächte dar. Mitte des 17. Jahrhundert markierte dabei den Höhepunkt der niederländischen Imperialsstruktur und wird heute noch als das Goldene Zeitalter der Niederlande bezeichnet. Zu dieser Zeit wurde ungefähr die Hälfte des weltweiten Handels von den Niederlanden umgeschlagen…

Zuecker und Zeste -, Dutch Head Rum Bastard Edition Dutch Swizzle Cocktail

Beschreibung: Drei junge Holländer freuten sich auf Ihren Sommerurlaub im letzten Jahr und neben dem Städtetrip nach Rom wollte man Vorort verschiedene Rum-Destillerien sich anschauen, doch COVID machte dies nicht möglich, so entschied man sich kurzfristig eine eigene Rum-Destillerie auf die Beine zu stellen und das war die Geburtsstunde vom Dutch Head Rum…

Frank Ficht, Dutch Head Rum Basterd Edition

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