Review by: The Auditor
Review #1371; Rum #674
Equidem is another bottling in the Foursquare Exceptional Cask Series, number 27 in this case. This rum is a blend of pot and column molasses distillate. Part of the rum was matured for 5 years in ex-bourbon and another 9 years in ex-Black Muscat casks. It was then bottled at a high proof with no additives.
Distillery: Foursquare
Bottler: Foursquare
Region: Barbados
Still: Pot & Column blend
ABV: 61%
Nose: Rich Dark Fruits, Blackberry, Figs, Plum, Clove, Allspice, Leather
Palate: Medium oily mouthfeel, Blackberry, Plum, Figs, Clove, Allspice, Vanilla Chai, Ginger, Leather
Finish: Long finish, Blackberry, Plum, Figs, Clove, Ginger, Allspice, Vanilla Chai
Conclusion: Man rich dark fruits, spices, some savory leather, this is a real stunner of a Foursquare rum. In the upper echelons of Exceptional Cask Series releases for sure. The palate and finish are thick and luscious and the heat is well balanced too. This probably has some “heavier” influence from that Black Muscat cask but it works just so well with the Foursquare distillate.
Final Score: 91
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.
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