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The Kraken - Black Spiced Rum

I finally found it! I remember stumbling upon a review of this rum a while back and immediately wanted to try it since I'm a sucker for quirky and unusual things.  Apparently the handles come in a fancy box and have some cool extras thrown in.

I definitely like the bottle design, with the two handles at the top and the artwork on the label.  It has a very old style about it, and the label is written in a script that's eye-catching.

As far as taste, it is very reminiscent of Captain Morgan Tattoo, but the flavor is a little more subtle.  It actually reminds me a little bit of a grape flavor (more for drink mixes than actual grapes), except that it's not sugary. Mix this with your general rum mixers. Coke or Pepsi would be my first choice, though for any other drinks, the spice won't be overpowering, so you can definitely feel free to experiment a bit.

The Kraken weighs in at 94 proof (47% alcohol), which is stronger than usual, and that is always welcome.  I got my 750mL for about $18.99 at one of the local liquor stores, so it's not obnoxiously expensive.

I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a more unique rum than the usual Captain Morgans and Bacardis.

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Rob Zombie - Hellbilly Deluxe 2

I picked up Rob Zombie's newest album, Hellbilly Deluxe 2, and it is definitely the old Zombie I remember listening to.  It hits more of the industrial roots that his older albums had, with less of the softer, slower feel of Educated Horses.

Track List

1. Jesus Frankenstein
2. Sick Bubble-Gum
3. What?
4. Mars Needs Women
5. Werewolf, Baby!
6. Virgin Witch
7. Death and Destiny Inside the Dream Factory
8. Burn
9. Cease to Exist
10. Werewolf Women of the SS
11. The Man Who Laughs

While it hits more of Zombie's roots, with the heavier guitar riffs, there weren't really any stand out songs. There was no Dragula, Superbeast, Living Dead Girl, or the like. I would say that if you are a hardcore Zombie fan, definitely think about picking this up, but otherwise you might want to just give it a pass.