START of Koloa Tasting with distiller Bob Gunter (Tasted 3rd) Per the Distiller: Infused with Tahitian Vanilla and caramelized Sugar. 3.23.22 Served: Neat, Flute Bottle Open: Same Day Last intake: More rum Aroma: Strong baking Vanilla Flavor: Burnt sugar and strong vanilla. The vanilla has a wonderful authenticity and lingers on the tongue. The vanilla character is almost too strong to sip on it's own, but would be well suited to a chocolate chip cookie cocktail. Will have to try butter-washed.