--- title: "FAQ – Christian V Rum | Taste, Aging & Shipping" description: "Answers about Christian V Rum: flavour profile, triple distillation, sherry and cognac cask aging, shipping within Germany and the EU." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Christian V Rum", "url": "https://christianvrum.com", "logo": "https://christianvrum.com/android-chrome-512x512.png", "description": "Christian V Rum – deutscher Rum aus Flensburg mit dänischem Erbe. 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Schmeckt nach Flensburger Hafen und langer Reife – mein neuer Lieblingsrum am Abend.", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": "5", "bestRating": "5", "worstRating": "1" } }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Margarethe K." }, "datePublished": "2025-10-02", "reviewBody": "Königlich im wahrsten Sinne. Vanille, getrocknete Frucht und ein Hauch Eiche – die 500-ml-Flasche ist außerdem ein echtes Schmuckstück.", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": "5", "bestRating": "5", "worstRating": "1" } }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Lars P." }, "datePublished": "2025-11-21", "reviewBody": "En virkelig fin flensborgsk rom. Blød, rund og med tydelig sherrykarakter. Long live the King!", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": "5", "bestRating": "5", "worstRating": "1" } }, { "@type": "Review", "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Sophie M." }, "datePublished": "2026-01-08", "reviewBody": "Beautifully balanced rum from Flensburg. Smooth on the palate with a long, warm finish — the sherry cask really shines.", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": "5", "bestRating": "5", "worstRating": "1" } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Christian V Rum", "url": "https://christianvrum.com", "inLanguage": [ "de", "en", "da" ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "inLanguage": "en", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does Christian V Rum taste like?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Christian V is a smooth, elegant rum with warm notes of vanilla, dried fruit, caramel and a fine hint of oak. The maturation in sherry and cognac casks gives it a balanced sweetness and a long, rounded finish." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Christian V Rum sweet or dry?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is semi-dry to subtly sweet. No sugar is added — the natural sweetness comes entirely from the Caribbean sugarcane and the aging in former dessert wine casks." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is Christian V best enjoyed?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Neat at room temperature in a tulip glass to unfold the full aroma. It also shines on a large ice cube or in classic cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Daiquiri." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where is Christian V Rum made?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is triple-distilled in Angeln using traditional methods. Maturation and bottling take place in the historic Flensburg harbour — true to the centuries-old Flensburg rum tradition." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long is Christian V Rum aged?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "At least three years in oak casks that previously held fine sherry and cognac. The rough, salty climate of the Flensburg harbour shapes the maturation in a unique way." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the alcohol content and bottle size?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Christian V Rum is bottled at 40% ABV in a 500 ml bottle — an elegant, bulbous shape that combines maritime character with royal elegance." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do you ship within Germany and the EU?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. We ship within Germany and to all EU member states. Delivery typically takes 2–5 business days within Germany and 5–10 business days within the EU." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is the bottle packaged?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every bottle is shipped in a shock-protected, recyclable carton with a cushioned insert to ensure safe delivery." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need to be of legal age to receive the order?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Under German youth-protection law, spirits may only be sold to customers aged 18 and older. Age verification takes place at checkout and, if required, at delivery." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How should I store Christian V Rum?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Upright, away from direct light, at room temperature. An unopened bottle keeps for many years. Once opened, we recommend enjoying it within 12–24 months." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://christianvrum.com/en" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "FAQ", "item": "https://christianvrum.com/en/faq" } ] } ] --- [![Christian V Rum monogram – logo](/assets/cv-monogram-BfOv3A2f.webp)Christian V ](/en) [About the Rum](/en#rum)[Christian V](/en/journal/flensburg-history-german-danish-rum)[History](/en#geschichte)[Journal](/en/journal)[FAQ](/en/faq)[Shop](/en#shop) [DE](/de/faq)[EN](/en/faq)[DK](/da/faq) 1. [Home](/en) 2. FAQ # Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions about Christian V – the royal Flensburg rum. From aromas and aging to shipping and storage. ## Taste & Aromas ### What does Christian V Rum taste like? Christian V is a smooth, elegant rum with warm notes of vanilla, dried fruit, caramel and a fine hint of oak. The maturation in sherry and cognac casks gives it a balanced sweetness and a long, rounded finish. ### Is Christian V Rum sweet or dry? It is semi-dry to subtly sweet. No sugar is added — the natural sweetness comes entirely from the Caribbean sugarcane and the aging in former dessert wine casks. ### How is Christian V best enjoyed? Neat at room temperature in a tulip glass to unfold the full aroma. It also shines on a large ice cube or in classic cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Daiquiri. ## Production & Aging ### Where is Christian V Rum made? It is triple-distilled in Angeln using traditional methods. Maturation and bottling take place in the historic Flensburg harbour — true to the centuries-old Flensburg rum tradition. ### How long is Christian V Rum aged? At least three years in oak casks that previously held fine sherry and cognac. The rough, salty climate of the Flensburg harbour shapes the maturation in a unique way. ### What is the alcohol content and bottle size? Christian V Rum is bottled at 40% ABV in a 500 ml bottle — an elegant, bulbous shape that combines maritime character with royal elegance. ## Shipping & Ordering ### Do you ship within Germany and the EU? Yes. We ship within Germany and to all EU member states. Delivery typically takes 2–5 business days within Germany and 5–10 business days within the EU. ### How is the bottle packaged? Every bottle is shipped in a shock-protected, recyclable carton with a cushioned insert to ensure safe delivery. ### Do I need to be of legal age to receive the order? Yes. Under German youth-protection law, spirits may only be sold to customers aged 18 and older. Age verification takes place at checkout and, if required, at delivery. ### How should I store Christian V Rum? Upright, away from direct light, at room temperature. An unopened bottle keeps for many years. Once opened, we recommend enjoying it within 12–24 months. 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