Another direction to try that I found to a great surprise is Anguilla Pyrat Rum. It is imported by the folks who bring you Patron (overpriced and overrated, but that's a different post...) The Pyrat has characteristics more suited to a brandy or Calvados, with an amazing heady aroma. Definitely not for everyone, but if you were considering small batch bourbon and appreciate a good scotch whiskey, this might be right up your alley. The fact that it is unlike what Americans consider Rum means that it is often discounted. granted it isn't $13 a fifth, but more like $27. I have seen it on sale for $22.