In our latest podcast, we featured Goslings Rum! We would be remiss if we didn’t talk about these two amazing pours during podcast launch week as well! Let’s dive into the two special pours of Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum.
Just the Facts: Goslings Family Reserve – Old Rum
- Style: Blended Rum
- Age: Between 16 -19 Years Old
- Proof: 80
- Price: $79.99
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Chocolate, roasted coffee and French vanilla creamer.
Palate: maple syrup, roasted coffee and French vanilla creamer. The palate and nose were very similar.
Finish: Finish of sweet syrup and vanilla.
Just the Facts: Goslings Family Reserve Old Rum – Rye Finish
- Style: Blended Rum
- Age: Between 16-19 Years Old and finished in rye whiskey barrels for three years
- Proof: 80
- Price: $79.99
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Very botanical on the nose. Lemon peel, citrus, and vanilla.
Palate: Lemon, blueberry pancakes with maple syrup.
Finish: Lemon and maple syrup
Closing Thoughts:
If you aren’t into rum yet, I think you are missing out. Goslings Family Reserve Old Rums are fantastic. They are low proof and perfect for your summer sipping experience. At only $80.00, these bottles featuring 16 to 19 year old rum are a definite value. Give them a try and let us know what you think.
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