First Impressions
Fallen Angel's devil's head bottle is one of the most distinctive on the shelf — it's a talking point before you've even opened it. At 41.3% ABV, it's slightly stronger than most spiced rums, and the spice blend of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg is designed to deliver richness and warmth.
Tasting Notes
The nose is creamy and sweet. Vanilla leads, with cinnamon and nutmeg providing warmth. Caramel sweetness and gentle warmth round things out. It's pleasant and undemanding.
On the palate, sweet vanilla cream dominates, with cinnamon warmth and nutmeg depth adding character. Caramel contributes sweetness, and the overall impression is smooth and rich. The slightly higher ABV gives it a touch more presence than typical spiced rums.
The finish is medium, with vanilla and cinnamon fading to gentle warmth.
How to Drink It
With cola, ginger beer, or as a base for spiced rum cocktails. The bottle makes it a good gift choice for presentation value.
The Bottom Line
Fallen Angel earns a 6 — a decent spiced rum in an excellent bottle. At £59.50, however, the price is high for the category, and you're paying a premium for the packaging. The liquid is solid but not exceptional enough to justify the cost versus alternatives.
