A Rare Vintage from Barbados - Foursquare Exceptional Cask Selection Mark XIII 2008 Single Blended Rum
From the sun-warmed cane fields of Barbados, Foursquare Exceptional Cask Selection Mark XIII 2008 Single Blended Rum stands as a vintage showcase of the distillery’s blending mastery. This single blended release brings pot still intensity and column still finesse together, married to long tropical aging that yields profound depth, layered fruit, and polished oak character.
Tasting Experience
Appearance: Deep amber with dark golden tones and a glossy, viscous legs.
Nose: Intense and inviting, with roasted pineapple, dried fig, vanilla custard, dark caramel, and warm baking spice underscored by a hint of herbal tea.
Palate: Full-bodied and richly textured, revealing toffee, honeycomb, overripe plum, toasted coconut, dark chocolate, and a balanced oak tannin that frames the sweetness.
Finish: Long and warming, trailing into dried fruit, peppery oak, and lingering cocoa with a restrained, satisfying heat.
Craftsmanship
Origin: Produced in Barbados at a distillery celebrated for its disciplined approach to molasses rum and careful maturation.
Distillation: A thoughtful blend of pot still and column still distillates, combined to deliver both richness and clarity.
Aging: Matured for many years in ex-bourbon barrels under tropical conditions, allowing deep interaction between spirit and wood and resulting in concentrated flavor development.
Exclusivity: A vintage-dated, high-proof release from the Exceptional Cask Selection series, crafted for collectors and serious rum enthusiasts who prize provenance and intensity.
Best Enjoyed
Best appreciated neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to absorb the full aromatic range, or with a few drops of water to reveal hidden layers. This rum also shines as the finale of a tasting flight or as a contemplative evening pour.
Experience the depth and craftsmanship of Foursquare Exceptional Cask Selection Mark XIII 2008 Single Blended Rum, a distinguished and collectible expression available on Royal Batch.
