Berry Bros. & Rudd can trace its origins back to 1698 when the Widow Bourne founded her shop opposite St James's Palace. Today, the present generation of Berrys and Rudds continue to manage the family-owned business from 3 St James's Street. With two Royal Warrants and over 300 years of history, Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's original wine and spirits merchant. This independent bottling of XO Trinidad Rum comes from the now-closed Caroni Estate Distillery in Trinidad and Tobago, a distillery with a rich history that dates back to the early days of Caribbean rum production.
The Caribbean boasts a long history of rum distilling, born of the sugar plantations that began to develop in the 17th century. Each country has its unique style and with maturity, the full, intense fruit, spice, and often molasses flavors shine through. This particular rum from the Caroni Estate Distillery captures the essence of Trinidad's rum heritage. Despite the distillery's closure, this bottle remains a small piece of liquid Caribbean history, bringing to life the diverse and robust flavors characteristic of Caroni rums.
Berry Bros. & Rudd was founded in 1698 by the Widow Bourne and has been family-owned and run ever since. It is Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant.
The Caroni Estate Distillery is located in Trinidad and Tobago. The distillery is now closed, making its remaining bottles highly sought after.
The ABV (alcohol by volume) of this rum is 46%.
Toasted notes, butterscotch, cocoa, dried fruit, mineral
Iodine, cocoa, rubber, dark chocolate, sharpness
Sharpness, oak, tobacco, molasses, hints of rubber
The Berry Bros. & Rudd Caribbean XO 46% 700ml offers a complex and nuanced flavor profile characterized by a blend of toasted notes, sweetness, and a touch of sharpness. The sharpness is notable but does not overshadow the rich Caroni profile that shines with each sip.
This rum is a treasure trove for enthusiasts of Caroni rums. Its lower ABV allows the sharpness to come through, occasionally dominating the palate but also revealing layers of complex flavors. The toasted and cocoa notes paired with the dark chocolate and mineral undertones make this a sophisticated and intriguing rum. Despite the closed distillery, Berry Bros. & Rudd has bottled an exceptional piece of Caribbean rum heritage that is sure to delight collectors and connoisseurs alike.
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