Unser Malecon Seleccion Esplendida Vintage 1979 wird von der Tastings International Review of Spirits 2018 als «Best Aged Rum» mit dem Platinum Award und 97 Punkten ausgezeichnet.
«Amber color. Toasty, sweet aromas of mocha latte, amarena cherry, mahogany, leather, and caramel-coated nuts with a round, crisp, fruity sweet medium-to-full body and a tingling, interesting, medium-long fresh grated cinnamon, black peppercorns, and molasses cookies finish. A decadent and roasty aged rum in the most serious class; sip respectfully.»