2019 BB&R Portsmouth Rum Cask Ref. 5 Bottled 2023 England (57%)

Matured in ex-Bourbon barrels for three years, this golden rum punches well above its weight and could easily be mistaken for an older Caribbean cousin. The vanilla character is overlayed with some rich citrus and candied fruit, resulting in a balanced and classy rum with a textured mouthfeel and a satisfying lingering finish. If that is your inclination, this is ideal with a mixer, but it stands out as a high-class sipping rum in its own right.