Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend Dominikanske Republik Rum 38%

Barcelo's oldest reserves blended into a single bottle, matured on both American and French oak. This is the house's most ambitious edition.

Expert description

Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, matured on selected American oak staves and French oak casks and bottled at 38%.

The rum is a special blend of Barcelo's oldest Imperial reserves and represents the distillery's most refined edition in the classic range. By combining American and French oak, the rum achieves a depth and layer of complexity that sets it apart from the house's other Imperial editions.

Tasting notes

Nose

Mocha coffee, melted caramel, dried spices, dried black cherries and honeyed raisins.

Palate

Semi-dry but fruity, with layers of nuts, spice, crème brûlée and dried fruit.

Finish

Long, with pepper leaf and elegant tobacco.

Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Rum
ABV: 38%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak staves and French oak casks
Serving suggestion: Neat, as a digestif

Flavour profile

Rich · Spiced · Fruity · Tobacco

Did you know?

Imperial Premium Blend uses both American oak staves and French oak casks in its maturation, a combination rarely seen in the Dominican rum tradition.

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Frequently asked questions about Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend

What is Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend?

It is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, matured on American and French oak casks and bottled at 38%.

What does Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend taste like?

Semi-dry and fruity with mocha coffee, caramel, dried fruit and a long finish of tobacco.

Why are both American and French oak used?

The combination gives the rum a depth and complexity that sets it apart from the house's other Imperial editions.

Who produces Ron Barcelo?

Ron Barcelo has produced rum in the Dominican Republic since the 1930s and is one of the country's most famous brands.

Is Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend a good gift?

Yes, its ambitious double-oak maturation makes it a fine gift for rum enthusiasts.

How is Ron Barcelo Imperial Premium Blend best enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat as a digestif, where its rich, spiced character comes into its own.