Goslings Old Rum („Family Reserve“) 16yr 40%

7.5 / 10
76 reviews

Rich, complex, and inviting – a Bermuda treasure.

This 16-year-old Bermudian rum delights with chocolatey sweetness, spice, and caramel notes, progressing from a rich, woody aroma to a vibrant, complex finish. RumX community members celebrate its intriguing, layered flavors, making it a top pick for aficionados while highly recommended.

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    How does this rum taste?

    The Old Rum ‘Family Reserve’ is a 16-year-old Bermudian gem distilled from molasses using a combination of pot and column still techniques. It seduces the nose with inviting aromas of chocolate, spice, vanilla, and woody notes, accented by raisin hints. On the palate, our community has experienced layers of caramel, rich chocolate, and spice, leading to a smooth yet sometimes surprisingly subtle finish. RumX members appreciate its depth and character, making it a standout rum for both neat sipping and mixed drinks. While opinions vary slightly, the genuine complexity of its profile shines through in every sip.

    • Rich chocolate and spice aroma
    • Complex, layered flavor profile
    • Smooth, well-aged sipping experience

    Aroma

    Chocolate Spice Vanilla Woody

    Taste

    Caramel Spice Chocolate Woody

    How is this rum rated?

    7.5/10
    76 reviews
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    Top 20% Bermudas
    Top 39%
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    7.8/10

    "A very dark and complex rum with Christmas spices."

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    7.4/10

    "#4292 07.10.2023 this was a 7 hour long event with 3 friends and it was a nice day. This one was a huge surprise. Despite the low ABV it still carries a lot of flavours. Fruity and well balanced with great ABV integration. The palate is sweet, medium dry and fruity. The finish is medium long and fresh. Love the caramel touch it has. The empty glass had light chocolate and a faint coffee note. Price to quality is very good in my mind."

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    7.5/10

    ""Obviously at Malmö's Sky Bar it's expensive, but overall a pretty straightforward rum. To sum up, my tasting notes: On the nose: Chocolate, Vanilla, Caramel, Brown sugar On the palate: Caramel, Woody, Spicy, Barrel, Dried fruit Finish: Coffee, Woody"."

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    8.1/10

    "Love the normal gosling and enjoyed the family reserve."

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX908
    ABV
    40%
    Category
    Pot & Column Still Rum
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Pot and Column Still
    Age
    16 years
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <100€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Goslings 16yr &nbsp; 40% Old Rum („Family Reserve“)

    How is the price of this rum developing?

    Ø Market value
    51€

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    38%

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