By Andrew Starke
Kinkynero Dark Rum and Kinkylux White Rum, produced by the makers of Vodka O (ASM Liquor), have taken out gold in their rum categories at the 2010 World Spirit Awards.
Kinkynero and Kinkylux were up against more established global rum brands and it was very much a David versus Goliath battle as the Aussie-owned spirits were awarded gold in the dark and white rum categories.
Competing against over 1,000 brands from around the world, the gold medal wins are yet another accolade for the memorably-named local brand.
Kinkynero is a rich dark Carribbean rum which has been barrel aged for more than two years.
It features subtle undertones of cocoa, vanilla and raisins, and can be enjoyed neat or in a variety of cocktails.
Kinkylux is a light bodied white rum made from the finest Caribbean sugar cane.
Aged in oak barrels for over two years, Kinkylux has a smooth, mellow and refreshing taste, and is perfect straight or in cocktails.
Kinkynero and Kinkylux's both retail for under $40 per bottle locally.