Light baking spices with none of the expected fresh cane funk, this is solidly in the dark rum category. Up front, on the palate, the long rest in oak has softened and mellowed the spirit giving it a smooth and medium sweet entry. As the flavor journey progresses, there are woodier notes coming out toward the back of the palate along with high, prickly pepper characteristics. Overall, this is a solid aged rum that makes for a great base in high end cocktails, or served over a single rock for sublime sipping.