Ron Zacapa 23 Sistema Solera Rum

Finally got around to this sample generously provided by Pranay. I am not wise in the ways of rum other than your typical rum mixers (i.e Barcardi/Capt. Morgan's). Threw the World Series game on and instead of imbibing on a whisk(e)y, figured to give this a go. Also, learned about the Solera process and hope that an equal portion of this rum is 23 years of age. This also leads to another question of how many barrels are collectively used to produce this rum? This has a sweet nose of dark brown sugar, nutmeg and vanilla. As you sip, butterscotch, dark chocolate notes and apricots all swirl around in a light body. The finish is medium-short leaving the palate with vanilla, the oaky dryness and faint whisps of coffee. Over ice, the body thins out even more but draws out the wooden qualities with a slightly bitter finish. I found this, and somewhat surprised, to be more bourbon-like (vanilla, brown sugar, oak) and not a sacacharine commerical rum. This makes a good sipper. For those with a whiskey palate, this as it's an easy transition; a good start to segue into rums. [Dry Glass: Butterscotch][Tasted: 10/28/16]

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Marketing fueled rum, contains additives, and 25 - 38 g/L of added sugar!