The Velier 2005 Foursquare Classic Magnum Elliott Erwitt Photos Edition LMDW Exclusive is a prestigious 16-year-old rum, distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2021. This limited edition, showcasing only 600 bottles worldwide, is a collaborative effort between Velier and La Maison du Whisky. It features a captivating photograph by the renowned American photographer Elliott Erwitt, taken in 1970 at the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Japan. Elliott Erwitt, born in Paris in 1928 to Russian immigrant parents, served thrice as president of the esteemed Magnum Photos agency until 1968. This special bottling pays homage to his illustrious career and enduring legacy.
Crafted at the Foursquare distillery in Barbados, this rum stands as one of their oldest productions, distilled using a double retort pot still. It has undergone 16 years of tropical aging in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks, culminating in a robust 61% ABV. The result is a molasses-based blend of pot still and column still rums, perfectly balancing strength and sweetness.
This limited edition is a part of the Magnum Serie, and its intricate flavor profile is a tribute to Elliott Erwitt's artistry and the unique collaboration between Velier, La Maison du Whisky, and Foursquare distillery. The rum offers a quintessential Barbadian character, enriched with tropical fruits, coconut, caramel, wood, and sweet spices. The palate is buttery and pastry-like, with hints of creme brulee, caramel, and chocolate. Aromas of cherry and orange peel blend seamlessly with the spicy undertones, and the finish is long and satisfying, maintaining the same flavor framework throughout.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this rum is 61%.
This limited edition consists of only 600 bottles worldwide.
This rum is special due to its 16-year tropical aging, its unique double retort pot still distillation, and the collaboration between Velier, La Maison du Whisky, and Foursquare distillery. It also features a photograph by the celebrated American photographer Elliott Erwitt.
The rum was aged in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks.
The flavor profile includes tropical fruits, coconut, caramel, wood, sweet spices, creme brulee, caramel, chocolate, cherry, and orange peel.
Overall: The Elliott Erwitt Foursquare 2005 rum offers a complex and well-rounded flavor profile with a classic Barbadian character, featuring notes of fruit, spice, wood, and caramel. It is balanced and elegant, with a long and satisfying finish.
The Velier 2005 Foursquare Classic Magnum Elliott Erwitt Photos Edition is highly regarded among rum connoisseurs. Reviews highlight its complexity and balance, with a harmonious blend of fruity, woody, and spicy notes. Many consider it one of the finest Foursquare editions, with a well-integrated alcohol profile and classic Barbadian flavors. Despite its premium price, it is praised for its depth, accessibility, and overall drinking pleasure.
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