Discover the exceptional Foursquare Distillery 12 Years Old R.L. Seale’s Rum—a quintessential Barbados rum crafted by Master Distiller Richard Seale. Aged entirely on-site for a minimum of 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels under the island’s tropical climate, this single blended rum harmoniously combines double retort copper pot still and twin column Coffey still distillates. Bottled at 46% ABV with no added sugar, coloring, or additives, it entices with inviting aromas of toasted coconut, nutmeg, and milk chocolate, leading to a palate layered with banana chips, vanilla, and papaya, finishing with brown butter, guava, and toasted hazelnut. Renowned for its balance, depth, and authenticity, R.L. Seale’s 12 Year Old is a refined sipper that also elevates any premium rum cocktail.
This rum is distilled and blended at the renowned Foursquare Rum Distillery in Barbados, aged for a minimum of 12 years on-site under tropical climate conditions. It's a textbook example of aged Barbados rum, bottled at 46% ABV (92 proof) with no added flavors or sugars, representing an authentic Caribbean rum experience.
It's a single blended aged rum that combines spirits from both double retort copper pot stills and twin column Coffey stills. The rum is distilled from molasses that undergoes close-top fermentation for 44-48 hours under the supervision of Master Distiller & Master Blender Richard Seale.
No, the R.L. Seale's 12 Year Old Rum contains no added sugar, coloring, or other additives, staying true to traditional rum-making methods. ## Tasting Notes
The rum offers inviting aromas of toasted coconut, nutmeg, and milk chocolate. On the palate, expect notes of banana chips, vanilla, papaya, caramelized pineapple, and tropical fruits. The finish features brown butter, guava, toasted hazelnut, and a hint of butterscotch with baking spices and a warm toastiness.
The finish is long and complex with warm toastiness, featuring rich layered brown butter, caramel, guava, and papaya notes. It starts with tropical fruit sweetness but finishes dry with a hint of butterscotch. ## Heritage & Awards
R.L. Seale's 12 Year Old Rum is produced by Foursquare Rum Distillery, which is operated by Richard Seale, the great-grandson of founder Reginald Leon Seale and the fourth generation in the family rum business.
Foursquare Distillery has been named "Rum Producer of the Year" for 5 consecutive years and has received numerous rum trophies, gold medals, and accolades from both the International Spirits Challenge and the International Wine & Spirits Competition, two of the most respected competitions in the industry. ## Serving & Enjoyment
With its complex flavor profile and 12 years of tropical aging, this rum is primarily recommended as a sipper. However, it also provides rich depth to cocktails ranging from a simple Old Fashioned to multi-rum tropical cocktails.
For optimal enjoyment, serve at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the aromas, or with a single large ice cube if you prefer a slightly chilled experience.
Yes, R.L. Seale's 12 Year Old Barbados Rum is available year-round, nationwide, to all channels.
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