First Impressions
The Coleccion Visionaria series represents Brugal's more experimental side. This second edition draws inspiration from the Dominican Republic's rich coffee culture, featuring a blend of aged rums that delivers coffee and caramel notes alongside the expected spice character. At 45%, it carries more weight than the standard range.
Tasting
The nose is distinctly coffee-influenced. Ground coffee and caramel lead, with dark chocolate and gentle spice adding depth. Oak provides structure, and the overall character evokes a premium Dominican coffee house. It's an inviting, aromatic nose.
The palate delivers on the coffee promise. Ground coffee and caramel form the core, with dark chocolate adding richness and oak spice providing warmth. The 45% ABV gives it enough body to carry the flavours well, and the coffee-rum integration is natural and well-judged.
The finish is medium-long with coffee, chocolate, and a warm spiced close.
The Bottom Line
At £73.95, Brugal Visionaria Edition 02 offers an interesting departure from standard Dominican rum. The coffee influence is genuine and well-executed, making this a natural choice for after-dinner sipping or as the base for an elevated Espresso Martini.
