- Single blended aged rum produced by Foursquare Distillery in Saint Philip, Barbados
- Blend of double retort copper pot still and twin column Coffey still rums
- Distilled from molasses by Master Distiller & Master Blender, Richard Seale
- Molasses is close-top fermented 44–48 hours
- Aged 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels entirely in Barbados
- Inviting aromas of toasted coconut, nutmeg, and milk chocolate precede a palate which echoes the nose with the addition banana chips, vanilla, and papaya; brown butter, guava, and toasted hazelnut round out the finish
- No added sugar, coloring, or other additives
- 46% ABV
12 years of tropical aging results in a well-balanced spirit that shows maturity beyond its age. A thoughtful sipper in its own right, this impressive rum also provides rich depth to anything from a simple Old Fashioned to multi-rum tropical cocktails.
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
Barbados
Region:
Saint Philip
Spirit Type:
Rum / Rhum
Spirit Sub Type:
Barbados
Sizes Available
Full Bottle | BB-XFS-05-NV | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
VinePair
Score
94
Date
2023-08-10
"Consider R.L. Seale's 12 year expression a textbook example of aged Barbados rum. This 46 percent ABV bottling shines with notes of vanilla, molasses, and baking spices, while warm toastiness lingers on its long finish. This one's a sipper, for sure."