The Flavor Apprentice (TFA) is a leading producer of water-soluble flavourings.
DX Jamaican Rum brings a clean dark-rum character: molasses and burnt sugar, gentle oak/vanilla and a spiced boozy lift that shines in colas, tropicals and desserts. The DX line is formulated without added diketones (DA/AP) for a less buttery, cleaner finish. Use: Concentrate that must be diluted. TFA flavours are water-soluble and PG-carried; some may contain traces of ethanol. Note: We purchase in bulk and re-bottle into smaller sizes (not the original packaging).
Tips & accessories
Contents
- 1 × TFA DX Jamaican Rum concentrate (20 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
Features
- Type: Food-grade flavour concentrate (water-soluble)
- Carrier: Propylene Glycol (PG)
- DX: formulated without added diketones (diacetyl/acetoin/acetyl propionyl)
- Profile: dark rum, molasses/burnt sugar, oak/vanilla, light spice
- Role: boozy accent or rum base in desserts/tropicals/sodas
- Packaging: Re-bottled by us (not original)
Tasting notes
- Top: warm boozy rum, light esters
- Middle: molasses, brown sugar and vanilla barrel
- Base: oaky caramel with soft spice
Tips for this flavour
- Dosing start: 1–2.5% standalone for a gentle rum base; 0.25–1.5% as an accent. High % may turn solvent-like.
- Rum & cola: layer with Cola Soda/Dr Pop, a squeeze of lime and 0.25–0.5% sweetener.
- Tropical builds: pineapple, coconut, mango and lime for rum-punch/piña colada vibes.
- Desserts: pair with custards/vanillas, caramel/RY4, raisins and crumb bases (Graham/Pie Crust).
- Tame boozy edge: reduce %, smooth with 0.25–0.5% marshmallow/vanilla and allow a short rest.
- Steeping: 5–10 days—rum, sugars and spice meld and soften.
Ingredients
Flavouring substances, Propylene Glycol (PG). May contain traces of ethanol/water.
Allergy & warnings
- PG-carried—do not use undiluted.
- Overuse can taste sharp/solventy—stay within the suggested range.
- Store cool/dark and tightly closed. Keep away from children and pets.
Mixing ratios (starting points)
- E-liquid single: 1–3%
- As an accent: 0.25–1.5%
- Culinary/drinks: 0.05–0.3% — adjust to taste
FAQ
Does it taste alcoholic?
It has a clear rum “boozy” top; lower the % and add vanilla/cream for a softer result.
Sweet or dry?
Dark molasses-leaning with oak/vanilla warmth—sweetness is recipe-controlled.
Good in colas and tropicals?
Yes—build classic rum & cola or rum-punch with pineapple/coconut/lime.
Pairs with tobaccos?
Great with RY4/dessert tobaccos for a barrel-aged feel.
PG-carried and must be diluted?
Yes—water-soluble, PG-carried concentrate for dilution in base.
Manufacturer info?
The Flavor Apprentice – official website
