Velier Foursquare Sassafras 2006 3yr - 11yr 61%

RX7456 Very good Pot & Column Still Rum 6,000 bottles Above 250€

8.8/10176 ratings

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“Elegant, rich Foursquare with complex cognac influence; spicy-sweet, worth savoring.”

Discover the enchanting "Sassafras" rum, a remarkable blend of flavors crafted at the Foursquare distillery in Barbados and selected by renowned independent bottler Velier. This aged rum captures the essence of true Caribbean spirit with its harmonious fusion of vanilla, caramel, coconut, and dark chocolate. Enriched by 11 years of aging in Cognac casks, the Sassafras rum presents an aromatic bouquet that entices the senses. Notes of dried fruit, woody aromas, and hints of molasses allure rum enthusiasts to indulge in this complex and full-bodied spirit. On the palate, this rum delights with a captivating balance of sweetness and spices, unfolding layers of caramel, vanilla, and coconut, rounded off by a peppery kick. The 61% ABV imbues this rum with a robust and intense flavor profile, making it a memorable experience for the true rum aficionado. Indulge in this limited release treasure, with only 6000 bottles available. Savor the unique combination of flavors and the depth of character that can only be found in this exceptional Sassafras rum. Explore the intricacy of Barbados distillation and add a touch of tropical magic to your collection.

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Highlights

Vanilla, caramel, coconut fusion
Aged in Cognac casks
Balanced sweetness and spices

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How does this rum taste?

A rich, complex Barbados rum with a harmonious blend of dark fruits, chocolate, and cognac warmth. Notes of vanilla, caramel, and spice tantalize, though the high ABV may dominate for some. Overall, a noteworthy and robust sipper.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Vanilla Woody Coconut Dried fruit Caramel Raisin

Taste

Caramel Vanilla Coconut Woody Spice Peppery

Finish

Woody Caramel Chocolate Vanilla Dried fruit Spicy

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Oliver

23 September 2022

8.2/10

“Personally, too much wood and somewhat unbalanced.”

Aroma

Woody Coconut Vanilla Spicy Raisin

Taste

Intense Woody Caramel Alcoholic Dry

Dom M

11 February 2023

8.7/10

“Top notch Foursquare. Alcohol could be a little bit better integrated, however.”

Aroma

Woody Dark chocolate Caramelized Pear Mango

Taste

Caramel Coconut Creamy Toffee Demerara sugar

Photo of the rum Sassafras taken from user Dom M

Tschusikowsky

3 June 2023

8.6/10

“Exciting tasting. And overall also very tasty, although for me not quite as tasty as viellicht the reputation of the Foursquare / Velier bottlings is. With the Triptych, the wood influence was much too dominant for me. Positive memories of children's chocolate came through. With the Patrimonio, associations on the nose of Indian korma and watermelon. But sharp and dry. Principa I found very awesome at first. Nice fruit components but still FS DNA. But on the finish, the alcohol is too biting. Sassafras pleases me well, but is clearly woody. Plenipotenzario stands out for me with complexity. Very cool. But the clear winner is the Destino. Fruity, harmonious, complex and very tasty! From my memory also a tick better than the 2006. Whether he is worth the money that you have to take today to hand, however, I doubt.”

Aroma

Bergamot Coconut Dried fruit Varnish Woody

Taste

Caramel Milk chocolate Allspice Vanilla Hot

Photo of the rum Sassafras taken from user Tschusikowsky

Benoit Mahe

13 September 2022

8.9/10

“A good Foursquare as we like them. The finish is of a superb greediness. A lot of pleasure but the woody and spicy flavors don't make it sickening. On the other hand the alcohol could be better integrated.”

Aroma

Cognac Vanilla Coconut Woody Dried fruit

Taste

Caramel Coconut FullBodied Dried fruit Woody

Giorgio Garotti

25 June 2023

9.0/10

“A foursquare masterpiece!”

Aroma

Coconut Dried apricot Prunes Cinnamon Caramel

Taste

Balanced Delicious Vanilla Prunes Dried apricot

Kevin Sorensen 🇩🇰

30 April 2021

9.4/10

“Foursquare has done it again. A nice intense and complex rum for those who like good rum. Wow. The nose is wonderful once rested for 15-20 minuttes. Then you're almost overwhelmed by a nice bouquet of fruit and spices. In the back i find coconut and some charred wood. The palate doesn't disappoint considering the wonderful nose. Natural sweet, lightly dry. Intense, balanced and complex all in one go..... Then you have fruit and spices followed by caramel and charred wood. The finish is very long and has plum and vanilla finishing with charred wood. Retasting today confirms it's a winner.”

Aroma

Berries Vanilla Coconut Charred Dried fruit

Taste

Sweet Dry Complex Balanced Dark

cigares

16 April 2023

9.2/10

“Vernis et fruits tropicaux à égalité ce qui donne au nez une impression d’équilibre. Vif et élégant il réconcilie les contraires. En bouche une grande élégance avec des arômes fondus. Une bouche vibrante et complexe avec des amers nobles qui donnent du caractère au rhum. La finale est longue et aussitôt fini on a envie de s’en resservir un verre. Le verre vide laissé transparaître un petit côté sale, comme pour le 2009. Un très beau Foursquare, vif, élégant et profond.”

Aroma

Tropical fruit Varnish

Photo of the rum Sassafras taken from user cigares

Lukas Jäger

1 April 2023

8.6/10

“So, now also VSGB No.1 opened and the much-noticed Sassafras in the glass. With Foursquare and especially Barbados in general, I could never get excited so far. However, the Sassafras convinces me with a quite multilayered and complex taste, which provides mainly dark and spicy notes. The 15 years and probably especially the 11 in the cognac barrel make themselves quite noticeable. All in all in really good, but for me not great rum. Nevertheless, my highlight so far from Barbados.”

Aroma

Woody Spicy Fruity Orange Polish

Taste

FullBodied Complex Vanilla Spice Caramel

Joachim Guger

16 January 2023

8.3/10

“Really nice Foursquare nose, unfortunately the alcohol stings neat.In the mouth then very spicy and much too woody.From the taste profile really great, but the quality is compromised by alcohol and neat wood.”

Aroma

Dried fruit Dried apricot Coconut Vanilla Cinnamon

Taste

Dried fruit Dried apricot Coconut Oak Barrel

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What are the key facts about this rum?

Country
Barbados

Distillery
Foursquare

Bottler
Velier

RumX ID
RX7456

ABV
61%

Category
Pot & Column Still Rum

Vintage
2006

Made from
Molasses

Distillation
Pot and Column Still

Age
3 years - 11 years

No. of bottles
6000

Bottle volume
70cl

Price range
Above 250€

Type of spirit
Rum

What is the price trend for this rum?

293 €

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