Planteray Barbados/Trinidad Black Cask (70cl, 40%)

A limited 2025 edition dark rum blending rums from Barbados and Trinidad. Made from molasses fermented for three to four days, distilled in pot stills and columns, the rums mature first for several years in their countries of origin in 200-litre American oak ex-bourbon barrels, then for several further years in 350-litre Ferrand casks in south-west France. A second maturation in heavily toasted oak gives fine smoky notes. Dosage is 19 grams per litre and it is bottled at 40% ABV. It can be enjoyed neat or over ice. The nose shows tropical fruits with caramel, coconut, vanilla and hazelnut, plus almond cream, cocoa and gingerbread alongside spicy cinnamon. On the palate it is round and fruity, with sweet molasses, candied raspberry, marmalade and mild spice. The lasting finish keeps sweet coffee and coconut, with nutmeg, cinnamon, raisin and plum.