Berry Bros. & Rudd TWB 10th Anniversary Cask #165 19yo 55% 700ml is a limited edition release crafted to celebrate The Whisky Barrel's 10th Anniversary collection. This exquisite bottle originates from the renowned Caroni distillery in Trinidad and Tobago, which is celebrated for its distinctive, robust, and characteristically oily, fuel-like rums. Partnered with Berry Bros. & Rudd, a brand recognized for their remarkable rum releases, this particular bottling is distinguished by its substantial 19-year aging and higher alcohol volume at 55% ABV, diverging from their standard 46% ABV offerings.
The rum presents itself with a captivating mahogany/maple syrup hue. On the nose, it boasts an intriguing mix of tar, oil, and petrol notes typical of Caroni rums, complemented by surprising hints of fruity and citrus oil, burnt orange peel, blackberries, raspberries, vanilla, and powdery cocoa. The palate is both sweet and intense, featuring flavors of creosote, treacle bitterness, bonfire toffee, eucalyptus, cedar, and medicinal clove oil. The finish is notably long, beginning with salty and briny notes, followed by preserved lemons, smoke, drying oak, and the lingering oily tar signature of Caroni.
One reviewer, who often struggles with Caroni rums, found this bottling to be particularly impressive. The balanced fruity character alongside Caroni's distinct profile made this rum enjoyable and worthy of high praise. The complexity and depth revealed through repeated sips showcased the exceptional quality of this limited release, marking it as a rare gem among continental-aged Caroni rums.
This Caroni rum is distinguished by its substantial 19-year aging period, a higher ABV of 55%, and its release as a part of The Whisky Barrel's 10th Anniversary collection, making it a rare and special edition.
This limited edition release comprises only 310 bottles, adding to its exclusivity and collectibility.
The tasting notes include a mix of tar, oil, petrol, fruity and citrus oil, burnt orange peel, blackberries, raspberries, vanilla, powdery cocoa, creosote, treacle bitterness, bonfire toffee, eucalyptus, cedar, medicinal clove oil, preserved lemons, smoke, drying oak, and oily tar.
As a rum enthusiast and experienced taster, I found Berry Bros. & Rudd TWB 10th Anniversary Cask #165 19yo to be an exceptional and captivating bottling. Its balance of Caroni's hallmark robust and oily notes with unexpected fruity and citrus flavors creates a thrilling tasting experience. This limited edition release is not only a testament to the distillery's legacy but also a celebration of intricate and refined rum craftsmanship. Truly a collector's piece and a joy to sip.
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