We don’t only talk bourbon or whiskey on the Bourbon Lens. The news of Goslings Rum announcing their new Spirited Seas Vol II had to be shared. If you are a bourbon and whiskey lover don’t miss out on this wonderfully aged spirit that spent 40 weeks at sea.
Spirited Seas Vol. II Press Release – This has been edited by Bourbon Lens and AI
Bermuda (October 1, 2024) – Goslings Rum has unveiled Volume II of its Spirited Seas Rum series. This release is highly anticipated. It follows the success of Volume I in 2022. Spirited Seas Volume II brings to life the unique effects of ocean-aging. The rum has traversed nearly 60,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean over a 40-week period. It develops complex flavors influenced by the rolling waves and changing temperatures. This limited-edition release is now available in select U.S. retailers and online through Goslings’ website and ReserveBar at a suggested retail price of $59.99 for a 750ml bottle, with an ABV of 44%.
The journey began in 2023, when Goslings loaded American White Oak bourbon barrels filled with a blend of their finest aged dark Bermuda rum onto the M/V Oleander. This vessel traveled weekly between New Jersey and Bermuda. This created an environment for the rum to mature. The rum expanded and contracted with shifting temperatures. Goslings learned from the insights of Volume I. They increased the proportion of older rum in the blend. This change enhanced the richness of flavors. The ocean’s natural forces, from fluctuating temperatures to the rhythm of the waves, contributed to the rum’s distinctive Atlantic character.
“With the success of Spirited Seas Vol. I, it became clear that this experiment had much more to offer,” says Malcolm Gosling Jr., eighth-generation rum maker. “Every batch reveals new dimensions based on the ocean’s unpredictable conditions, adding an element of adventure to each release.”
Spirited Seas Volume II presents a nuanced profile with oak aromas. It offers a rich palate featuring caramel, leather, and spice. It has a smooth, lingering finish. It is perfect for sipping neat. Goslings also suggests enjoying it in a Seafarer’s Rum & Tonic. Mix it with Goslings Citrus Tonic Water and garnish with lime.
For more on Spirited Seas Volume II, visit goslingsrum.com or follow @GoslingsRum on Instagram.
About Goslings Rum
With a 200-year legacy, Goslings Rum is Bermuda’s most renowned export and the island’s exclusive rum blender and bottler. Known for its award-winning Black Seal Rum, 151 Proof Black Seal, Family Reserve Old Rum, and the limited-edition Papa Seal Single Barrel, Goslings has expanded its lineup with its innovative Spirited Seas series and other unique offerings. Goslings is also famous for its Dark ‘n Stormy® cocktail, featuring Goslings Black Seal Rum and Goslings Stormy Ginger Beer, as well as its popular ready-to-drink collection and the new Goslings Tonic Waters.
Goslings is available across all 50 U.S. states, in North American and European Duty-Free markets, and in over a dozen countries worldwide. For more, visit goslingsrum.com and follow @GoslingsRum.
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