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West Indies (WIRD) 1989/1995 – Rum West Indies “Settantadue Mesi” Rare Old, Velier

An exceptionally rare Barbadian rum from the early days of Velier’s independent bottlings, this Rum West Indies Settantadue Mesi stands as a quiet landmark in the history of collectible rum. Distilled in 1989 at the West Indies Rum Distillery (WIRD) and bottled in 1995, it represents an era when provenance, restraint, and authenticity defined Velier’s vision long before the modern renaissance of full-proof releases.

The name Settantadue Mesi - seventy-two months - refers to the maturation period, highlighting an intentional focus on balance and elegance rather than sheer power. Bottled at 40% ABV and released in an extremely limited outturn of just 1,200 bottles from only three casks, this is a rum that speaks softly, yet with authority, reflecting both its Barbadian origin and its early Velier pedigree.

Highly sought after today, this bottling is valued not only for its rarity but also for its historical importance as one of Velier’s formative releases - an understated classic that captures the refined, traditional side of Barbados rum.

Specifications

Type: Rum

Country: Barbados

Distillery: West Indies Rum Distillery (WIRD)

Bottler: Velier

Distilled: 1989

Bottled: 1995

ABV: 40%

Bottle size: 700 ml

Edition: Rum West Indies Settantadue Mesi Rare Old

About the Distillery

Founded in 1893, the West Indies Rum Distillery is one of Barbados’ most important rum producers, with a legacy deeply intertwined with the island’s distilling heritage. Known for combining column and pot still distillation, WIRD has long produced rums prized for their balance, clarity, and structure - hallmarks of the classic Barbadian style. Bottlings such as this 1989 release capture the distillery’s traditional character at a time when long-term aging and subtlety were central to its identity.