Review by: The Auditor

Review #1148; Rum #463

Here we have a special release from Don Q, the main brand for Destileria Serralles located in Puerto Rico. This rum is a blend of rums from single and multiple column distillations, likely indicated heavy and light column distilled rum. This rum was aged for 5-8 years in White American Oak casks before being finished for another 2 years in French Oak Cognac casks. It was then bottled with no additives and at a higher than usual proof for Don Q, 49.5%

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Distillery: Destileria Serralles

Bottler: Destileria Serralles

Region: Puerto Rico

Cask: 5-8 Years ExBourbon, 2 years in French Oak Cognac Casks

ABV: 49.5%

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Nose: Raspberry, Raisins, Touch of Leather, Vanilla, Clove, Nutmeg

Palate: Medium mouthfeel, Raspberry, Orange Peel, Raisins, Leather, vanilla, Clove, Nutmeg

Finish:  Medium length finish, Orange Peel, Raisins, Leather, Vanilla, Clove, Dark Chocolate

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Conclusion: Pretty great all things considered. A great example of how good a 100% column distilled rum can be. A good amount of that comes from the Cognac cask but it is not overpowering or over bearing. Good spices, the fruits, it all makes for a delicious rum.

Final Score: 88

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Scoring Legend:

• 95-100: As good as it gets. Jaw-dropping, eye-widening, unforgettable whisky.
• 90-94: Sublime, a personal favorite in its category.
• 85-89: Excellent, a standout dram.
• 80-84: Quite good. Quality stuff.
• 75-79: Decent whisky worth tasting.
• 70-74: Meh. It’s definitely drinkable, but it can do better.
• 60-69: Not so good. I might not turn down a glass if I needed a drink.
• 50-59: Save it for mixing.
• 0-49: Blech.