I wasn't expecting much in this price and 38 ABV. But in Oliver & Oliver they know what they're doing and created perfect consumer grade sipping rum. Not strong, not bold in exploring interesting tastes, but sticking to the pleasant smell of sugar cane, toffee, vanilla and nip of chocolate, super sweet taste with bit of bitter spices on the end. Sweet bakery, bit burned caramel, little bit of fruity acidity (overriped fruit). It goes down smoothly and I think this must be favorable to all on consumer level.