🥃 Božkov Republica Reserva
The older rum of the Republica line from the Božkov brand: six Caribbean rums matured up to 12 years in oak barrels, 40% ABV; since 2019.
Božkov Republica Reserva is the older rum of the Republica line from the Božkov brand. Stock Plzeň-Božkov launched it in September 2019 in response to demand for aged rums to sip slowly. Its strength is 40% ABV, higher than Božkov Republica Exclusive.
According to MediaGuru, it is a blend of six Caribbean rums that matured for up to 12 years in oak barrels. These sources do not name the countries of origin. The producer describes Reserva as drier than the first version of the line. The RumX database classes it as an aged rum. On the brand's website, Reserva sits alongside Exclusive, Solera and the flavoured Republica versions.
Why this matters to you. Reserva suits those who compare rums neat: it is stronger and less sweet than Exclusive. The number 12 refers to the oldest component of the blend, not to the age of the whole rum, so read the label carefully. Try it neat to notice the difference from the younger rum. The WHO reminds us that there is no safe level of alcohol consumption.
Facts
| Alcohol (% vol.) | 40% ABV |
|---|---|
| Cask type | oak barrels |
| Minimum maturation | rums in the blend up to 12 years (per MediaGuru) |
| Raw material | six Caribbean rums |
| Year founded | September 2019 — market launch |
How it connects to Spirits
🥃 Božkov Republica Reserva → kind of → 🌴 Rum and sugarcane spirits → kind of → 🥃 Spirits
Links
- Packed in
- 🍷 Oak barrel
- What it contains
- 🍷 Ethanol
- What it affects
- 🍷 Alcohol and health, 🍷 Drunk driving
- Part of
- 🥃 Božkov, 🥃 Rum, 🌴 Rum and sugarcane spirits
- Similar and different
- 🥃 Božkov Republica Exclusive, 🥃 Božkov Republica Exclusive, 🥃 Božkov Vaječný likér, 🥃 Božkov Vaječný likér
Frequently asked questions
Is Republica Reserva really aged 12 years?
Not exactly: according to MediaGuru, the rums in the blend matured for up to 12 years, so 12 is the age of the oldest component.
What is its strength?
40% ABV, according to MediaGuru and the RumX database.
How does it differ from Republica Exclusive?
It is stronger (40% vs 38% ABV), its components are older, and it tastes drier.
What to read next
- 🍷 Alcohol and health — Alcohol in any drink is harmful in large amounts, and the risks grow with the quantity.
- 🍷 Ethanol — The alcohol formed during fermentation that makes you drunk.
- 🥃 Božkov Vaječný likér — Egg liqueur from the Božkov brand: milk, sugar, molasses spirit and egg yolks, 15% ABV; produced by Stock Plzeň-Božkov.
- 🍷 Drunk driving — Never drive after drinking wine: alcohol slows your reactions.
Similar
🥃 Božkov Republica Exclusive · 🥃 Božkov Vodka · 🥃 Božkov Vaječný likér · 🥃 Ron Zacapa Edición Negra · 🥃 Diplomático Mantuano · 🥃 Diplomático Planas
⚠️ Spirit drinks contain alcohol and are for adults only. Alcohol harms health. Do not drink during pregnancy or before driving; check the label for ingredients and possible allergens.
Sources
- MediaGuru (25.09.2019): Božkov uvádí na trh nový rum Republica Reserva (40 %, šest karibských rumů až 12 let v dubových sudech, sušší než Exclusive)
- RumX: Stock Plzeň Božkov Republica Reserva (40 %, aged rum, 50 cl)
- MediaGuru (15.10.2020): Božkov Republica uvádí novinky (Espresso, Vodka) vedle rumů Reserva a Exclusive
- Božkov (офіційний сайт): Produkty — Tuzemáky, Rumy (Republica Exclusive, Reserva, Solera…), Likéry (Vaječný likér…), Vodky (Božkov Vodka)
- WHO/Europe: No level of alcohol consumption is safe for our health (04.01.2023)