Introducing The Colours of Rum Foursquare 2008 Barbados -5- Rum, a 12-year-old cask-strength rum with an ABV of 60.3%, hailing from the prestigious Foursquare distillery and expertly bottled by The Colours of Rum. This exceptional rum is a blend of pot and column still distilled spirits crafted from high-grade molasses. The enticing aroma offers a symphony of woody notes intertwined with strawberry, pastries, sour cherry, and papaya, capturing the true spirit of the Caribbean. On the palate, this amber-hued rum unveils a harmonious blend of roasted, cherry, dark chocolate, oak, and caramel flavors, revealing its unique character. The Colours of Rum Foursquare 2008 Barbados -5- Rum underwent a significant portion of its aging in the native Caribbean climate for eight years, followed by a period of maturation in a bourbon cask from the USA in a European continental climate. This limited edition rum is available in a mere 235 bottles, making it a true rarity. This rum's high alcohol content does not translate to aggression; instead, it boasts self-assurance, depth, and complexity. The interplay of fruity, sweet, and earthy notes creates a captivating experience. The elegant ultramarine blue presentation further enhances the allure of this remarkable rum.
This rum is unique due to its combination of pot and column still distillation, high-grade molasses, and extended aging process both in the Caribbean and in Europe. Moreover, its rarity is amplified by the limited release of only 235 bottles.
Expect a symphony of aromas including strawberry, pastries, woody notes, sour cherry, and papaya. The palate offers dark chocolate, roasted flavors, cherry, oak, caramel, and a hint of licorice.
Given its complexity and high ABV of 60.3%, this rum is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to fully appreciate its depth and character.
This rum is considered a limited edition due to its very restricted release of only 235 bottles, making it a rare find for collectors and enthusiasts.
The rum was aged for eight years in the Caribbean climate, followed by additional maturation in a bourbon cask from the USA in a European continental climate.
Overall: The Colours of Rum 2008 Barbados 12yo 60.3% is a complex and multifaceted rum with a fruity, roasted, and spicy character, offering a unique and memorable tasting experience.
This release is highly appreciated and deemed unique compared to typical Foursquare releases. Many reviewers highlight its fruity nose with unexpected notes like strawberry bubblegum. The aroma is described as surprisingly fruity with some even noting hints of cheese, adding to its complex profile. The palate is solid, with flavors of roasted wood and a sweet, slightly metallic finish. Overall, it is considered an extraordinary and interesting rum that stands out from the usual offerings.
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