The Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum is a superior, aged rum crafted from the same blend of ingredients as the famous Goslings Black Seal Rum. This dark golden rum, produced by Goslings in Bermuda, is aged between 16 and 19 years in once-used, charred oak barrels. This method results in a rich and complex flavor profile that is ideal for sipping. Only 9,000 bottles are produced annually, making it a sought-after gem for discerning collectors.
Upon opening, the nose reveals a sweet and woody aroma with spicy and slightly pastry-like notes reminiscent of spiced rums. The ex-Bourbon casks used to age the rum are strongly toasted, releasing vanilla aromas and imparting a caramelization that is full of fine spices, with cinnamon at the forefront. As the rum aerates, the spices become more pronounced, with cinnamon leading the way. The white wood and vanilla are well-balanced, while the nuts add a powdery quality that synthesizes the wood grain and spices.
On the palate, the rum is soft and marked by toasted white wood, with the vanilla fiber from the oak clearly present in both flavor and texture. The spices have a roasted quality, and the pastry-like notes are accompanied by a certain sweetness reminiscent of cane sugar confections. The finish is pleasant and long-lasting, with notes of licorice, maple syrup, honey, and a hint of walnut.
Each bottle of Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum is hand-filled, hand-labeled, and numbered. The bottle is stoppered with a cork and covered in sealing wax before being placed in an attractive gift box. This unique packaging reflects the handcrafted essence of the product, making it not only a superb dark golden rum but also an elegant addition to any liquor collection.
The ABV is 40%.
It is aged between 16 and 19 years.
Only 9,000 bottles are produced each year.
The rum is aged in once-used, charred oak barrels that were previously used for aging Bourbon.
There is added sugar in the Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum.
The Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum has garnered mixed reviews. Some reviewers praise its complex and balanced profile, noting hints of chocolate, spice, dried fruit, coffee, raisins, and brown sugar. Others appreciate its dark, sweet, and peppery character, finding new taste notes with every sip and enjoying its long, dry finish. On the downside, a few reviewers have pointed out an odd chemical property, which imparts a bitterness and an unpleasant mouthfeel when sipped neat. Despite these criticisms, many agree that it is a very good Bermuda rum, worthy of its reputation.
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