Old Monk Supreme Very Old Vatted XXX Rum
Old Monk Supreme Very Old Vatted XXX Rum is an 85.6-proof (42.8% ABV) dark Indian rum — the "Very Old Vatted" expression of the Mohan Meakin cult classic, blended from highly matured aged stocks for a deeper, richer, more consistent profile than the standard XXX. Dark and full-bodied, built on molasses sweetness and warming spice, in the iconic standing-monk bottle whose head doubles as a peg measure. In a 750mL bottle. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- Proof / ABV: 85.6 proof (42.8% ABV)
- Style: "Very Old Vatted" — blended from highly matured aged rum stocks
- Base: Indian sugarcane molasses, aged in oak casks
- Maker: Mohan Meakin Ltd., Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Presentation: signature standing-monk bottle; the monk's head cap doubles as a peg measure
The Monk in Full Ceremonial Dress
The Supreme is Old Monk turned up a notch: where the classic XXX is a 7-year molasses rum with a cult following, the Very Old Vatted expression blends highly matured stocks into a darker, fuller pour with more layered spice — and dresses it in the brand's most famous bottle. The standing-monk bottle, with the measuring-cap head, has become as iconic as the rum inside: a collector's piece as much as a drinker's bottle. Explore the Old Monk collection and more Indian rums at Del Mesa.
Tasting Notes
Per retailer copy: the nose is dark brown sugar and maple with rich baking spices — vanilla, spicy cinnamon, cloves, and pungent nutmeg. The palate is molasses-forward, with dry peppery wood spices carrying cinnamon, clove, dry tobacco, and hot black pepper; dark brown sugar follows with baking spices, vanilla, strong cocoa, cola, and black tea. The finish hints at licorice and walnut under a warm glow of wood spice and cinnamon.
How to Enjoy
Sip it neat or over a single cube — the vatted depth shows best with nothing in the way. It also gives rum-and-coke drinkers a serious upgrade and makes a memorable gift, since the monk bottle does half the talking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Very Old Vatted" mean?
It means the rum is a blend ("vatting") of highly matured aged stocks — bottled to a consistent, rich profile from the distillery's oldest reserves.
How is Supreme different from regular Old Monk XXX?
Supreme blends more highly matured stocks for a darker, fuller, more layered pour, and comes in the distinctive standing-monk bottle.
What is the monk's head for?
The top of the monk's head is the bottle cap, which doubles as a peg measure for pouring.
Deeper, darker, unmistakable — buy Old Monk Supreme Very Old Vatted XXX Rum online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.