Rum Nation's Barbados 8yo is a high-quality rum that never fails to impress. This 8-year-old rum, distilled in 2011 and bottled in 2019, hails from the renowned island of Barbados. Known for its exceptionally sweet fruitiness, this rum is bottled at 40.0% ABV without any added coloring, ensuring a pure and authentic taste experience.
The rum boasts a soft, buttery, and vanilla flavor profile with sweet caramel notes that coat the palate, featuring cane sugar syrup flavors. On the mid-palate, the rum develops complex layers of brown flavors such as chocolate, tobacco, and toasted wood. The nuts are lightly roasted and caramelized, leading to a smooth and mellow finish.
The initial nose is fruity, with hints of waxed wood and encaustic. The aroma reveals yellow fruits such as peach, mirabelle plum, and ripe white grapes, complemented by subtle cherry notes in coconut marzipan. With aeration, the rum's gourmet side comes to the forefront, showcasing cherry and cream candy flavors. The soft American oak also emerges, bursting with vanilla, toasted coconut, and light tobacco.
This selection comes from the Italian independent bottling house, Rum Nation, led by Fabio Rossi. Known for its dedication to discovering and highlighting the different nuances of rum, Rum Nation's Barbados 8yo is a testament to their commitment to quality and flavor.
The palate is delicate and fruity, with white fruit notes and a hint of cane's herbaceous and earthy aromas, adding complexity to this well-rounded rum. Overall, Rum Nation's Barbados 8yo is a flavorful rum that any enthusiast will appreciate, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and seasoned rum lovers alike.
The main flavor notes include sweet caramel, vanilla, cane sugar syrup, chocolate, tobacco, and toasted wood.
Yes, this rum is considered a good choice for beginners due to its smooth and well-rounded flavor profile.
No, this rum is bottled without any added coloring to maintain its pure and authentic taste.
The rum has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 40.0%.
This rum is produced in a distillery located on the island of Barbados.
The rum has a fruity nose with hints of waxed wood, yellow fruits like peach and plum, ripe white grapes, and a subtle cherry note in coconut marzipan.
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