Barbados

There are 1,157 rums from Barbados in the RumX database.

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Barbados is a 167 square-mile island in the Lesser Antilles and it’s the most easterly in the Caribbean. Spanish conquerors took hold of the island in the 15th century, and it was under Portuguese rule for a while as well. The island was abandoned in 1620 but reclaimed by the British in 1625; they controlled the Caribbean island for the next three hundred years. The sugarcane arrived on Barbados in 1640, and the island became a sugar and rum powerhouse fuelled by the slave trade, mainly by plantations worked by enslaved Africans. Barbados is the “birthplace of Caribbean rum”, and the style is inherently British. Four major distilleries call Barbados home: Foursquare, Mount Gay, St. Nicholas Abbey and West Indies Rum Distillery. The rum style is darker and fuller compared to other Caribbean rums, thanks to higher molasses concentration and the use of pot stills. The rum usually ages in ex-Bourbon barrels for long periods, making the style particularly appealing for whiskey drinkers. Although column stills are now also used by the island’s rum producers, pot stills are still relevant, differentiating this rum style from others. For reference, Barbados rum is more similar to what you’d find in Jamaica than the rum produced in Spanish- and French-style producing countries — it has no added sugar. Barbadian rum producers are pushing for their own Geographical Indication, standardising and improving the rum quality and international exposure. Still, producers have yet to agree on what Barbados rum should be and how it should be produced and aged. The future is bright, though, for Barbados rum.


Popular rums from Barbados

Foursquare ECS XXVII Equidem

RX22143   2010   14yr   61%

"Jammy fruit and chocolate, classic but with real depth."

8.9 (68)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XXVII Equidem

Plantation Extra Old XO 20th Anniversary

RX1   10yr - 15yr   40%

"Smooth coconut and vanilla, sweet caramel, gentle easy pleasure."

8.0 (1,351)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPlantation Extra Old XO 20th Anniversary

Cadenhead‘s Rockley Green Label

RX3497   1986   18yr   46%

"Rich honey, complex, smoky; a must-try Rockley."

8.8 (40)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumGreen Label

Foursquare Doorly‘s 14 Years

RX313   14yr   48%

"Vanilla, caramel and coconut wrapped in rounded oak."

8.1 (358)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumDoorly‘s 14 Years

Foursquare ECS XXVI Magisterium

RX19590   2008   16yr   58%

"Elegant, multi-layered rum with refined sherry notes."

8.5 (46)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XXVI Magisterium

Velier Foursquare Absolutio

RX18937   2009   15yr   62%

"Port and chocolate richness with coconut—balanced complexity, creamy finish."

8.9 (206)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumAbsolutio

Plantation Grande Réserve

RX65   1yr - 3yr   40%

"Sweet vanilla, banana, coconut—gentle and crowd-pleasing Barbadian style."

7.0 (342)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPlantation Grande Réserve

Velier Foursquare Destino

RX53   2003   14yr   61%

"Coconut and chocolate over rich, seamless layers; nuanced and inviting."

9.1 (92)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumDestino

Foursquare ECS XVII 2009

RX10082   2009   12yr   60%

"Coconut, vanilla, oak and chocolate—bold yet perfectly balanced."

8.6 (273)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XVII 2009

Top rated Barbados rums

Bedford Park Foursquare Single Barrel Barbados Rum “Pinball”

RX22772   2006   17yr   58,8%

9.4 (11)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSingle Barrel Barbados Rum “Pinball”

RA Barbados Rum Rockley Style BBR

RX7784   1986   34yr   53,7%

"Honey, mango and smoke—elegant, warming, deeply complex sip."

9.3 (73)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRum Artesanal Barbados Rum Rockley Style BBR

Duncan Taylor Single Cask Rum BRS

RX1028   1986   25yr   52,7%

"Complex, smoky, and distinctively Barbadian."

9.2 (20)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSingle Cask Rum BRS

Velier Foursquare Destino Richard Seale

RX635   2003   2yr - 12yr   61%

"Rich, fruity, and spicy—an exceptional experience."

9.2 (28)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumDestino Richard Seale

Nobilis No. 3 Rockley BBR

RX9395   1986   34yr   54,7%

"Honey, smoke, vanilla and fruit — complex and creamy."

9.1 (63)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumNo. 3 Rockley BBR

Silver Seal Barbados BRS

RX3896   1986   33yr   58,8%

"Honey, smoke, herbal—complex, wild Barbados with waxy charm."

9.1 (51)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumBarbados BRS

Velier Foursquare Destino

RX53   2003   14yr   61%

"Coconut and chocolate over rich, seamless layers; nuanced and inviting."

9.1 (92)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumDestino

Velier Foursquare 2006

RX168   2006   10yr   62%

"Chocolate, caramel and vanilla blend in smooth harmony."

9.0 (69)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rum2006

Foursquare ECS XXVII Equidem

RX22143   2010   14yr   61%

"Jammy fruit and chocolate, classic but with real depth."

8.9 (68)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XXVII Equidem

Romdeluxe Foursquare Wild Series Rum Barbados No. 25 (Batch 1)

RX12303   2007   14yr   62,3%

"Rich and balanced with coconut and vanilla notes."

8.9 (25)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWild Series Rum Barbados No. 25 (Batch 1)

Velier Foursquare Absolutio

RX18937   2009   15yr   62%

"Port and chocolate richness with coconut—balanced complexity, creamy finish."

8.9 (206)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumAbsolutio

Velier Foursquare Triptych

RX126   12yr   56%

"Woody, spicy oak with sweet coconut and vanilla."

8.9 (98)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumTriptych

Bristol Rockley Still

RX5776   1986   26yr   46%

"Honey, sherry and red fruits, complex yet inviting."

8.8 (39)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRockley Still

Cadenhead‘s Rockley Green Label

RX3497   1986   18yr   46%

"Rich honey, complex, smoky; a must-try Rockley."

8.8 (40)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumGreen Label

CoR Foursquare Barbados

RX9620   1998   22yr   59,9%

"Benchmark 1998 Foursquare—coconut, spice, and complexity."

8.8 (18)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumBarbados

Ferroni Foursquare 2009

RX1968   2009   9yr   63,5%

8.8 (24)
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Foursquare ECS XX Isonomy

RX11722   2005   17yr   58%

"Chocolate, vanilla, dried fruit and wood — deeply satisfying balance."

8.8 (117)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XX Isonomy

St. Nicholas Abbey 12 Years old

RX3847   12yr   40%

"Balanced, vanilla-rich with a subtle woody finish."

8.8 (13)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rum12 Years old

Swell de Spirits Foursquare Wonders of the World #7

RX12160   2006   15yr   60,6%

"Outstanding Foursquare with bold coconut and vanilla notes."

8.8 (50)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumWonders of the World #7

Velier Foursquare Elliott Erwitt (Magnum)

RX12150   2005   61%

"Rich, sophisticated, exclusive, with integrated flavors."

8.8 (35)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumElliott Erwitt (Magnum)

Velier Foursquare Elliott Erwitt

RX10645   2005   16yr   61%

"Rich, balanced, and smooth with deep flavors."

8.8 (49)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumElliott Erwitt

Velier Foursquare Plenipotenziario

RX113   2007   12yr   60%

"Coconut, vanilla and tropical fruit, bold yet balanced."

8.8 (220)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPlenipotenziario

Velier Foursquare Raconteur

RX15940   2006   17yr   61%

"Coconut, caramel, vanilla and spice in perfect balance."

8.8 (206)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRaconteur

Velier Foursquare Sassafras

RX7456   2006   3yr - 11yr   61%

"Coconut, chocolate, spice and oak—powerful yet balanced delight."

8.8 (203)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumSassafras

Asta Morris Foursquare Rasta Morris

RX2662   2005   14yr   63,6%

"Rich Foursquare rum with strong vanilla and coconut."

8.7 (21)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumRasta Morris

Cave Guildive Foursquare Barbados Rum

RX10192   2005   15yr   60%

"Complex, bold Foursquare with vanilla, coconut notes."

8.7 (21)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumBarbados Rum

CoR Foursquare Barbados Ed. 8

RX10450   1998   22yr   58,8%

"Roasted coconut and wood dominate this approachable Foursquare experience."

8.7 (11)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumBarbados Ed. 8

Famille Ricci Foursquare Exception

RX10467   2001   20yr   56,8%

"Deep, complex, and harmonious Foursquare gem."

8.7 (14)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumException

Foursquare ECS III 2004

RX40   2004   11yr   59%

"Layers of vanilla, chocolate, and oak, elegantly balanced."

8.7 (88)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection III 2004

Foursquare ECS V Criterion

RX338   2007   10yr   56%

"Well-balanced Foursquare with rich, exotic flavors."

8.7 (37)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection V Criterion

Foursquare ECS XII Nobiliary

RX362   2005   14yr   62%

"Coconut, vanilla, chocolate and caramel—beautifully balanced Barbados."

8.7 (158)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XII Nobiliary

Foursquare ECS XIII 2008

RX3352   2008   12yr   60%

"Coconut, vanilla, and oaky spice shine—balanced, classic Foursquare."

8.7 (224)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008

Foursquare ECS XV Redoutable

RX8388   14yr   61%

"Lush coconut, vanilla, chocolate and oak—quintessential Foursquare depth."

8.7 (161)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumExceptional Cask Selection XV Redoutable

Foursquare Mystique Private Cask (The Whisky Exchange)

RX18491   14yr   62%

"Intense Foursquare rum with woody, fruity notes."

8.7 (24)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumMystique Private Cask (The Whisky Exchange)

Plantation Extreme No. 5

RX12816   1986   35yr   55,1%

"Unique honey, tea, and mango blend rum."

8.7 (26)
Image of the front of the bottle of the rumPlantation Extreme No. 5

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8.1/10
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Flavour profile of Barbados

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Woody Coconut Caramel

Taste

Vanilla Woody Coconut Caramel

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