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Foursquare Exceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008 (RX3352)

8.7 /10165 ratings

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108 EUR

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"Experience Foursquare's Finest: Bold, Complex and Sublime"

Introducing the Exceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008 - a true masterpiece crafted at the renowned Foursquare distillery in Barbados. This limited-edition rum, distilled from Molasses using both Pot and Column Still, boasts a 12-year aging process, resulting in an astonishingly vibrant taste that rum enthusiasts crave. With only 27,000 bottles available, this rum is a must-have for rum aficionados and collectors alike. Discover the delectable aroma of this rum that entices the senses with prominent notes of woody, vanilla, coconut, caramelized, and raisin. Swirling in your glass, this exceptional rum captivates your senses before a sip even hits your lips. Indulge your taste buds in the bold yet perfectly balanced flavors that make this rum stand out from the rest. Revel in the fascinating blend of woody, vanilla, spice, caramel, and peppery notes that harmoniously come together on the palate. Crafted with the finesse only Foursquare can master, this rum’s complexity shines through for a truly remarkable experience. RumX users have praised the Exceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008 for its captivating aroma, well-rounded taste, superb blend of flavors, and the enticing finish that leaves a lasting impression. The perfect combination of bourbon and fruity influences leaves you delighting in each and every sip. Don't miss your chance to experience the unforgettable taste of Foursquare's Exceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008. With its exquisite flavors and limited availability, this rum is a must-have for those seeking the ultimate rum adventure.

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What does this rum taste like?

The flavor profile of Exceptional Cask Selection XIII 2008 is based on 165 user reviews. We have compiled and summarized the community's tasting notes for you, to give you an impression of the aroma and taste of the rum.

Highlights

  • Woody, vanilla, coconut aroma
  • Bold, balanced flavors
  • Captivating, lasting finish

Nosing impressions

Woody Vanilla Coconut Caramelized Raisin Bourbon Tropical fruit Solvents Banana Alcoholic

Taste impressions

Woody Vanilla Spice Caramel Peppery Raisin Coconut Bourbon Round Tobacco

Finish

Roasted Woody Oak Spice Leather Vanilla Dried fruit Tobacco Coconut Peppery

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8.7 /10165 ratings

COMMUNITY RATING

Already 165 registered users have rated and tested this rum, leaving an average rating of 8.7 out of 10. A total of 15 users have marked this rum as their favorite (9+ points).

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8.8/10

This rum is drier than the 2004, 2005 and 2007. Foursquare definitely delivers this time. A wonderful complex nose that you just want to return to over and over again. The palate is heavy, well balanced and dry with a touch of oak. The finish is long and a bit of smoke as well as fruits.

Aroma

Oak Spice Vanilla Coconut Ginger

Taste

Spice Barrel Heavy Dry Charred
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8.7/10

Foursquare in gewohnter Qualität und mit gewohntem Geschmacksprofil. Und das (noch) zum Kampfpreis. In der Nase etwas schwächer und weniger komplex als seine Brüder mit Bourbon-Finish. Im Mund richtig geil. So soll Rum schmecken. OK, dann ist da noch der 96er Diamond...

Aroma

Tobacco Fresh Coconut Olive Licorice

Taste

Dried apricot Strong Delicious Olive Salty
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9.0/10

Riecht echt intensiv und lecker nach Frucht, Karamell, Vanille und Gewürzen, allerdings schon etwas nach Lösungsmittel, was aber nach einer gewissen Zeit verfliegt. Super rund. Pur ist dieser Rum schwer und kräftig, mit etwas Wasser absolut mild. Geht runter wie Öl. Leider bekomme ich hier nicht so viel Schokolade, dafür viel Frucht und Gewürze. Der Bourboneinfluss ist vorhanden. Sehr runder, leckerer und komplexer Rum, da kann man nicht viel meckern :-)

Aroma

Caramelized Caramel Cream toffee Raisin Banana

Taste

Heavy Sharpness Dry Strong Woody
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8.9/10

It’s a blend of pot and column distilled rum aged for 12 years in ex-Bourbon barrels. Overall it’s a really great, complex, intense and well balanced rum that’s dry and sweet at the same time.

Aroma

Butterscotch Vanilla Oak Fruits Tobacco

Taste

Fruits Raisin Spice Peppery Ginger
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8.7/10

Un nez magnifique mais une bouche un peu simple avec une finale courte. C'est très gourmand et assez gras, j'aime beaucoup mais il lui manque quelque chose pour en faire un excellent Foursquare. Pour le prix ça reste un très bon rum facile à trouver.

Aroma

Coconut Tropical fruit Woody Vanilla Solvents

Taste

Raisin Round Heavy Vanilla Caramel
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8.5/10

The nose really makes you want more - classic Foursquare notes in top quality. Lots of spice and wood, quite little fruitiness (apart from the typical coconut note). On the palate, the associations of the nose continue. Wow, the rum is really fun!Excellent release See ECS series of Foursquare!

Aroma

Vanilla Coconut Bourbon Creme brulee Spice
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8.7/10

Überdurchschnittlich gut! Einer der komplexesten Barbados Rums die ich kenne und auch einer der besten ECS

Aroma

Woody Vanilla Caramelized Raisin Bourbon

Taste

Woody Vanilla Caramel Raisin Round
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8.8/10

Foursquare s’impose à mes yeux comme à ceux des amateurs comme une des meilleurs marques de rhum au monde. Au nez c’est impressionnant la puissance aromatique. Je l’aurais réduit un plus, les 60% sont très violents mais c’est indéniable c’est un grand rhum et une régalade. Édit mars 2023: le rhum s’est micro oxydé et l’amertume de l’alcool mal intégré a laissé place à du bois précieux enrobé de noix de coco et de fruits tropicaux bien sucrés. Un excellent nectar 🤤

Aroma

Vanilla Bourbon Caramelized Caramel Solvents

Taste

Peppery Spice Woody Heavy Tobacco
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8.8/10

Schön rund. Süß, vanillig, Kokos, würzig, holzig, Uhu und Lösungsmittel. Der Alkohol ist top eingebunden. Lecker.

Aroma

Vanilla Raisin Woody Caramelized Banana

Taste

Spice Vanilla Bourbon Caramel Woody
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8.1/10

Die Nase ist sehr toll. Im Mund ist mit der Alkohol zu stark verglichen mit den gebotenen Geschmäckern.

Aroma

Caramelized Woody Coconut Flowery Raisin

Taste

Coconut Caramel Vanilla Woody Round
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9.0/10

Absolute FS Rakete. Viel Karamell, Vanille und Holz, aber auch dezente Frucht in Form von Kokosnuss. Alkohol nicht perfekt eingebunden, sonst wäre er der perfekte Barbare.

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8.6/10

Great Foursquare, not much fruit but a lot of wood and spices. Lovely flavor profile.

Aroma

Woody Vanilla Coconut Caramelized

Taste

Woody Vanilla Spice Caramel Coconut
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8.0/10

Alcohol could be significantly better integrated for me both on the nose and taste.... Overall, it's a bit too toasty, bitter-woody and banned for me. Has it of burnt caramel.... I'm missing the fruity notes of banana, coconut and pineapple here.... Nevertheless, a solid foursquare overall but Holt me not quite off.

Aroma

Alcoholic Apple Bourbon Coconut Solvents

Taste

Burnt Bitter Caramel Tobacco Peppery
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8.4/10

gefällt mir an der Nase besser als am Gaumen, wo sich der nicht so gut eingebundene Alkohol doch etwas negativ bemerkbar macht. Sonst hätte es noch ein paar Punkte mehr gegeben…

Aroma

Vanilla Coconut Raisin Woody Creme brulee

Taste

Barrel Allspice Vanilla Nutty Alcoholic
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8.0/10

Ich finde zwar, dass die Foursquares alle sehr ähnlich sind, aber probieren muss ich die hin und wieder doch mal. Nase: fruchtig, cremig, würzig. Intensiv Kokos mit Vanille und Karamell im Vordergrund, dahinter mehlige Banane mit säuerlicher Ananas und Tabak. Der Alkohol sticht zunächst etwas. Insgesamt das bekannte Profil, für mich mit zuviel Karamell-Kokos. 78 Gaumen: würzig-holzig und kräftig. Deutliche Assoziationen Richtung Bourbon. Vorne dabei wieder Tabak mit etwas Leder und Vanille. Auch ein Hauch Kokos ist dabei. Am Gaumen gefällt er mir besser, hat mit einer leichten Rauchnote mehr Charakter. 82 Ich bleibe dabei: die ganzen Foursquares sind für mich austauschbar und fast beliebig. Aber dennoch gut gemacht.

Aroma

Spicy Fruity Vanilla Caramel Coconut

Taste

Spicy Woody Dry Peppery Bourbon
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8.6/10

Als Nicht-Foursquare-Freund muss ich sagen: echt lecker und gut gemacht.

Aroma

Solvents Vanilla Woody Bourbon Raisin

Taste

Tobacco Leather Bourbon Peppery Vanilla
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9.0/10

L'une des meilleures sorties de Foursquare dans la série ECS !

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8.0/10

Overrated 🤷🏻‍♂️

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9.0/10

An exceptional rum. The nose is inviting with oak, sugar and apple notes. Mouth has depth, a light spice, with brown sugar and gentle oiliness. Incredible poise and finesse for a rum of this type. The finish is long and enjoyable, with a slowly fading spice, and hints of leather and tobacco. In my view one of the best ECS releases, and certainly the best ex-Bourbon to date.

Aroma

Creme brulee Bourbon Apple

Taste

Spice Bourbon Cherry
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9.0/10

Ik schat deze net iets hoger in dan de Doorly’s 14, maar zou ze graag eens naast elkaar proeven. Ik verbaas me erover hoe evenwichtig hij is ondanks het hoge alcoholpercentage.

Aroma

Bourbon Coconut Woody Vanilla Tropical fruit

Taste

Round Heavy Sweet Bitter Woody
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8.4/10

Nez "différent" du 2004 et du 2005,moins sur le côté pâtissier, l'ananas, la coco et le bois vernis dominent. En bouche c'est différent également, très élégant, le bois vernis ( vieux meuble ), le caramel les épices douces sont au 1er plan puis la réglisse et le zeste d'orange amènent une petite fraîcheur et une amertume en fin de bouche. Finale longue sur la vanille et les épices.

Aroma

Caramel Varnish Woody Pineapple Fresh

Taste

Woody Varnish Spicy Spice Coconut
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10.0/10

Perfection

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9.2/10

mega!!!

Aroma

Woody Tropical fruit Vanilla Tobacco

Taste

Woody Spice Peppery Vanilla Complex
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8.2/10

millésime 2008-2020 Foursquare vieilli en fûts de bourbon à la Barbade et embouteillé brut de fût à 60%. Il s'agit d'un rhum Single Blended, ce qui signifie qu'il s'agit d'un mélange de rhums distillés en pot still et en colonne. Nez rond-pâtissier : goût de miel-cassonade et banane flambée. L’attaque en bouche est franche et impressionnante. La mélasse est la, de la muscade et du boisé. La finale est agréable mais moins surprenante que la 1ère bouche. On est comme souvent avec Foursquare sur un produit de qualité. Mais dans les dernières sorties de la marque, je préfère le Nobiliary

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8.1/10

Nez sublime après une bonne aération mais trop poivrée en bouche

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What are the specs of this rum?

Country
Distillery
ID
RX3352
ABV
60%
Vintage
2008
Made from
Molasses
Distillation
Pot and Column Still
Age
12 years
No. of bottles
27000
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
Under 250€
Category
Rum

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About the Foursquare distillery

The distillery Foursquare is located in Barbados. Rums from Foursquare have been reviewed 5,520 times with an average of 8.3/10.

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