Features

Origin: Dominican Republic
Type: Sweet aged rum
Distillery: Oliver & Oliver (Opthimus)
Degree: 38%
Capacity: 70 cl (with case)
Aging: French oak barrels (initial maturation), then refining in ex-Pedro Ximénez sherry barrels
Character: Sweet and delicious, uncolored, unchilled

Tasting notes

Nose: Creamy vanilla, raisins and fresh sugar cane sweetness.
Palate: Gourmet, with candied fruits coated in caramel , nuances of rich vanilla , soft oak and sweet spices (cinnamon, nutmeg). We also perceive the discreet warmth of Pedro Ximénez Sherry, bringing a touch of fig and ripe plum.
Finish: Long, woody and spicy, with a hint of caramel and a hint of honey supported by a subtle bitterness of dried fruits.

Pairings and tasting moments

Perfect as a gourmet digestif , served at room temperature to appreciate the roundness and sweetness of the candied fruits. Ideal with a dark chocolate fondant to highlight the notes of caramel and vanilla. As a refined aperitif , accompany it with a fig cake or an apple tarte Tatin to reinforce the fruity complexity. For a sweet and savory pairing, serve with caramelized nuts or a platter of mature cheeses (mature Manchego, Parmesan), where the sweetness of the rum balances the saltiness of the cheeses.

Product History

OPTHIMUS Master Selection PX is one of the most refined expressions of the Opthimus range, born from the century-old know-how of the Oliver & Oliver house. Heir to the Cuban traditions of Don Juanillo Oliver dating back to 1870, the Opthimus 15 Year Old recipe survived the Cuban revolution to establish itself in the Dominican Republic. Since the 1980s, the family has recreated the original solera method to produce exceptional rums. Master Selection PX begins its maturation in French oak barrels , providing an elegant base, before being refined in ex-Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks , selected for their aromatic richness. This refinement gives the rum a gourmet palette of fruits topped with caramel, vanilla and spices, illustrating the dual Cuban and Dominican influence in the house tradition.

Testimonials from our customers

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  “A truly sweet and complex delight. The notes of Pedro Ximénez bring an irresistible sweetness, perfect for ending a meal.”
  — Claire D., Paris
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  "Opthimus PX is a velvety rum, with caramel-covered fruits and woody vanilla. An excellent discovery for solera lovers."
  — Julien L., Lyon

The brand

Opthimus is one of the flagship brands of Oliver & Oliver , a trading house founded in the ^19th century by Don Juanillo Oliver in Cuba. Since 1870, the family has developed rum recipes using the solera method and fled Cuba during the revolution to settle in the Dominican Republic. In the 1980s, a descendant recreated the original Opthimus recipe, establishing the distillery in Santo Domingo where more than 3,000 barrels sleep in the cellars. Opthimus is known for its extremely smooth rums, thanks to bottling at 38–43% ABV and finishing in prestigious casks (Sherries, Cognac). The Oliver & Oliver company remains an influential independent bottler, also offering brands such as Summum, Cubaney and Presidente.

About the distillery

Santo Domingo-based Oliver & Oliver Distillery has been carrying on the family tradition of rum making since the Cuban Revolution. Founded by the Oliver family, it has built its reputation using the solera method, inspired by Cuban pot stills, to craft rums of great complexity. French oak barrels are carefully selected for initial maturation, imparting vanilla and woody notes. The rums then undergo careful maturation in ex-Pedro Ximénez sherry casks , which impart deep aromas of raisins, caramel, and candied fruit. The Dominican cellars benefit from a consistent tropical climate, where the heat and humidity promote optimal interaction between the wood and the distillate.

With approximately 3,000 barrels maturing, Oliver & Oliver masters every step of the process, from aging to bottling, to ensure the consistency and quality of each Opthimus cuvée. Bottling at a relatively low alcohol content (38–43%) preserves the natural sweetness and roundness of their rums. The distillery also emphasizes sustainable practices and respect for the terroir, collaborating with local producers to select the finest sugar cane. The result: elegant, indulgent rums deeply rooted in Caribbean heritage.