Brugal Gold = higher proof Carta Dorada?

[mbanu]

Trying to find out about the approximate age of Brugal Gold Label.

The defunct brugal.be website claims that Brugal Carta Dorada is 3 years old, Brugal Anejo is 5 years old and Brugal Extra Viejo is 8 years old. From tasting these, I'd guess the year is a statement of the oldest rum in the blend, but I could be wrong.... (any ideas?)

My main question is, is there any difference between Brugal Carta Dorada and Brugal Gold besides the proof?

[Ed Hamilton]

Unfortunately at this time, it's hard to say. Brugal Gold shipped to the US is not the same rum as you'll find in the Dominican Republic. The age statements you found are probably like you suspect, the oldest rum in the blend. It should be noted that US law requires age statements to reflect the youngest rums in the blend and not the oldest.

But don't get hung up on the age of your rum. You owe it to yourself to taste the rum and decide for yourself if you like it enough to buy another bottle.