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Starting an Old St. Croix Collection
There is nothing as wonderful as a good bottle of Old St. Croix. Unless you have a whole collection.
Great taste & rare bottles
Join a passionate community
The global demand for quality rum and small-batch spirits is increasing. Throughout Europe, more and more rum enthusiasts are collecting Old St. Croix. The Danish Old St. Croix Fanclub now has nearly 7,000 members on Facebook, and a similar forum has recently been established in Germany
Collecting Old St. Croix blends involves the pursuit of unique and rare bottles, combining personal enjoyment with the potential for investment. For enthusiasts, it’s about acquiring distinct tastes and sharing them from the bar cupboard with friends. Some variants, such as the A.H. Riise Platinum, Centennial, and Founders series, have shown substantial increases in value over time, making them not only a pleasure to own but also a smart addition to any collection.
Here we offer practical advice and guidance on how you can start your own collection and meet like-minded individuals who share your passion.
Paths to a personal collection >>
Meet our collectors >>
Which Old St. Croix bottles are collectibles? >>
How to store your collection >>
Tips for new collectors >>
Paths to a personal collection
Every Old St. Croix collector has their own story and experience with Old St. Croix – and their favourites among the many blends.
Some collect broadly to have one of each for tastings with friends. Others chase uniqueness, coveting all Limited Editions or the Non Plus Ultra Series, where each bottle is numbered. Then, some seek out the truly unique discontinued bottles that won’t be produced again.
However, they all share the joy of looking at their bottles, putting them on display in elegant cabinets, and showing them off to friends. Rum bottles can be incredibly beautiful and decorative, offering a visual feast in and of themselves.
Meet our collectors
See their impressive collections
In Fahrdorfer Sailing Club, a group of German sailors taste Riise and explain why they are so enthusiastic about this particular brand.
Meet Jens, hear him talk about his passion for Riise, and see his impressive collection.
Meet Kurt. He is a passionate collector of A.H. Riise, which he believes is a pleasure for both the palate and the eyes. See his collection and learn how it all started.
Which Old St. Croix bottles are collectibles?
Most Riise and Old St. Croix collectors enjoy tasting their collections and offering friends a remarkable experience. Therefore, they often acquire multiple bottles when they find a new favorite. The gems of the collection are more for visual enjoyment than taste, as some bottles may be rare finds. This includes sold-out editions or those that have been discontinued from production.
Among these coveted collectibles are the XO Reserve Single Barrel, XO Sauternes Cask, Non Plus Ultra Sauternes Cask, and the Royal Danish Navy Frogman at 58% strength.
Others, like the Centennial Celebration, Platinum Reserve, Founders Reserve 1, Founders Reserve 2, and Founders Reserve 3, may be sold out from Riise but can still be found in select stores, often at a premium price.
The 50cl bottle “Royal Danish Navy Westindian Bitter” will also be a fitting addition to most collections, having been discontinued from production.
Download a list of sold-out and discontinued products here.
Protect your bottles
How to store your collection
Rum is easier to store than wine, which requires strict temperature and humidity control. With alcohol levels typically above 40%, rum ages well and boasts a long shelf life. But there are still principles to follow, especially if you’re preserving bottles as investments:
- Rum and other spirits are best kept at room temperature, around 18-22°C, with normal humidity.
- Avoid direct sunlight, as UV light can affect the contents and fade labels. A cupboard, cellar, or windowless storage room is ideal.
- Unlike wine, spirit bottles should be stored upright to avoid prolonged alcohol and cork contact, which can alter flavors.
- Keep the bottle sealed and unopened, as oxygen can affect taste.
- Always keep the original gift box, as it can add to the bottle’s collector’s value.
- Preserve receipts and documentation as proof of the bottle’s authenticity.
Tips for new collectors
- Browse oldstcroix.com to get an overview of the assortment, including sold-out and discontinued products.
- Become a member of the Old St. Croix Fan Clubs in Denmark or Germany to share experiences with fellow fans and collectors.
- Attend an Old St. Croix tasting to taste as many variants as possible!
- Buy a tasting box with product samples, such as the 24 Experiences box or one of our 3 different tasting boxes.
- Use Google or fellow Fanclub members to source information about Old St. Croix bottles you might be interested in.
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175 Years Anniversary
In 2013, we marked 175 years since Danish pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise first opened his Apothecary Hall on Saint Thomas in the Danish West Indies.
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Thin Blue Line
When you enjoy this blend, you're also supporting Thin Blue Line Denmark — a nonprofit organization that helps current and former police officers who have been physically or mentally injured in the line of duty.
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Christmas Edition
In the former Danish West Indies, Christmas was celebrated just like in the North – with hymns, holiday stories, and dancing around the tree, even if it had to be shipped across the Atlantic.
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Port Cask
If you enjoy deep, complex flavors with a hint of fruity elegance, Old St. Croix XO Reserve - Port Cask is an excellent choice.
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Ambre d`Or
“Ambre d’Or” means “golden amber” – a nod to both the radiant hue and the luxurious quality of this exclusive blend.
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Superior Cask
When it comes to remarkable blends, the choice of casks makes all the difference. Each oak barrel brings its own personality while carrying subtle notes from the wines it once held—often port or sherry.
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1888 Copenhagen Medal
Old St. Croix XO Reserve - 1888 Copenhagen Medal is a modern tribute to the blend awarded a medal at the Great Nordic Exhibition in Copenhagen in 1888 – a proud moment for the family of pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise.
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Haakon Royal Reserve
In the late 1800s, a special friendship bloomed in the Danish West Indies—between two young men: the future King Haakon VII of Norway and Valdemar Riise, son of pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise.
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Founders Reserve 44,5%
A collectors item. The first of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 44,3%
A collectors item. The second of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 44,8%
A collectors item. The third of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths with unique aromas and expressions.
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Founders Reserve 45,1%
A collectors item. The fourth of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Founders Reserve 44,4%
A collectors item. The fifth of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Founders Reserve 45,5%
A collectors item. The last of 6 different Master blends with 6 different alcohol strengths.
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Explorer Edition
Fans and collectors are treated with a limited edition blend in tribute to researchers and explorers.
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XO Legacy Reserve
150 years ago, Danish pharmacist and adventurer Albert Heinrich Riise introduced spirits from the West Indies to the world under the name Old St. Croix – a tribute to the lush Caribbean island of St. Croix, renowned for its sugarcane cultivation.
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Black Barrel Navy Spiced
Old St. Croix Black Barrel Navy Spiced was developed in close collaboration between our Master Distiller and experienced bartenders — with one goal in mind: to elevate your cocktails.
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Naval Cadet
Old St. Croix Royal Danish Navy - Naval Cadet was created in collaboration with the Cadet Association of the Royal Danish Naval Academy – the world’s oldest naval officer school, founded in 1701.
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Navy Frogman
Old St. Croix Royal Danish Navy - Frogman was created as a tribute to the Danish Frogman Corps – an elite unit whose courage and strength help secure the safety we often take for granted.
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Navy Strength
Throughout history, spirits and seafaring have gone hand in hand—along with a fair share of trickery and dilution. To ensure quality, sailors came up with a simple test: they poured the spirit onto gunpowder and lit it.
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Navy Bitter
A tasteful Bitter with the taste of gentian root, quinine, bitter orange, coffee beans and a touch of vanilla.
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The Original Navy
When Albert Heinrich Riise began his production in the Danish West Indies in 1838, the Danish navy was among his first loyal customers.
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The Frigate Jylland
Enjoying this blend means supporting the preservation of an iconic piece of Danish maritime heritage – the Frigate Jylland.
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Family Reserve
Old St. Croix Family Reserve was first created in 2015 for a major Riise family reunion – a private gathering that takes place every five years.
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Non Plus Ultra Very Rare
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Very Rare is only produced when our Master Distiller identifies casks of truly exceptional quality from the finest distilleries in the Caribbean.
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Non Plus Ultra Black Edition
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Black Edition is the most intense expression in the series. Crafted from selected casks sourced from renowned distilleries in the Caribbean.
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Non Plus Ultra Ambre d’Or Excellence
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - Ambre d’Or Excellence is the most elegant expression in the series – named for its amber-golden glow and sweet dessert wines.
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Platinum Reserve
A.H. Riise Platinum is created from small batch of unique rum. The heart of the blend is two Solera aged rums from aged casks.
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Centennial Celebration
A tribute blend not only to A.H. Riise, but also to the indigenous population of the islands as well as the Danish colonists.
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Signature
Signature is created as a tribute to the man behind our brand—the visionary pharmacist Albert Heinrich Riise (1810–1882), who journeyed to the Caribbean driven by a spirit of discovery.
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Non Plus Ultra La Galante
Old St. Croix Non Plus Ultra - La Galante is named after Columbus’ ship Santa Maria La Galante, which carried him to St. Croix and the West Indies.
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Black Coral
The 1st blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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Black Larimar
The 2nd blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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Black Spinel
The 3rd blend in the Black Gem Collection, inspired by the rare black gemstones that hide deep beneath the soil and waters of the West Indies.
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XO Rum Cream Original
A smooth rum cream with a powerful, flavorsome, and sweet, exquisite taste of XO rum
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XO Rum Cream Caramel
A luxurious rum cream with a smooth and sweet taste of XO rum, caramel, and sea salt.
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