A handsomely presented decanter-style bottle of Plantation Extra Old rum from Barbados. The rums are initially aged in the Caribbean in ex-bourbon casks then transported to the Charente (home of Plantation’s owner, Cognac producer Pierre Ferrand) and undergoing a second maturation in small French oak casks.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Rich, tempting aromas of flambeed bananas, toasted coconut shavings, a touch of marshmallow and a faint grassy note. Then aromas of spices waft up through the glass cinnamon and nutmeg as well as juicy cherries, vanilla and toffee.

Palate: Superb balance between spice, toasty oak and a creamy, peppery note. Sweet and luxurious, but with more savoury notes of tobacco and dark chocolate, creating lovely balance. The complexity builds, with layers of spice growing over time. Beautifully soft texture.

Finish: Very long lasting, with the sweet spices complementing the toasty oak and fruit.