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Foursquare Rum: |
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Foursquare produces several brands, so each mentioned Rum also includes it's brand name:
(? %) A careful blending of fine rums and attention to aging gives this rum a unique flavour and distinctive character. Mentioned characteristics:
(?? %) A measure of this rum added to a well-chilled glass of your favourite fruit juice will give it a most agreeable lift. A must for the cocktail enthusiast. Mentioned characteristics:
The expert blending of fine rums and careful attention to aging give Doorly's Macaw Rum the distinctive character which has made it a traditional favourite. Mentioned characteristics:
Doorly's Macaw Dark (151% Overproof) (?? %) Perfect for cocktails which need that touch of the exotic which only an Overproof rum can give. This rum also adds a special extra on cooking both sweet and savoury dishes and is ideal for flavouring pastries and cakes. Mentioned characteristics:
(43 %) Aged for 5 years. Mentioned characteristics: One of the tastiest rums available in Barbados today. A rum to savour, straight, over ice or with a little water. The rum that connoisseurs drink and enjoy.
(40 %) On the lable you can find the Blue Hyacinth Macaw. According to the producer, they are both equally rare and equally beautiful. It is a blend of six to twelve year old Barbadian rums, but created with a special second maturation. The special ‘rare’ second maturation takes place in solid oak Spanish Oloroso Sherry Casks, which ages this XO to perfection for a taste of exception smoothness and superiority. This XO has won several medals:
The label bares the name of the House of Martin Doorly. Martin Doorly was the founder of the company back in the early 1920’s. He created many new rums and some were named after the owner. Bottles of Doorly’s have had macaws of various colors and types on the labels since the family of brands was created. In 1992 / 3 the House of Martin Doorly was acquired by R.L. Seale. There are five Doorly’s brands sold in Barbados, most with the Macaw as the symbol on the label. The Hyacinth Macaw is one of 16 living species of macaws and the largest parrot in the world. These birds are legally protected and for more information check out the website at www.hyacinthmacaw.org. Mentioned characteristics:
(43 % & Special Cricket Label) Barbados is internationally known as a blender of the world's finest rums. E.S.A.F. carries on this proud tradition of excellence for your drinking pleasure. It's smooth bouquet, the result of a secret blend formula in 1909 by Mr. E.S.A. Field using the extract from pure and natural sugar cane juice, has ensured that E.S.A.F. is Barbados' most popular and frequently requested rum. Mentioned characteristics:
(43 %) Every now and then, something comes along which is a little special, but it usually takes time. Fine rums of distinction have been produced over 100 years, with a tradition of quality unsurpassed. it is only fitting that the latest edition of this line should be names "Special Barbados Rum". Mentioned characteristics:
(40 %) This Bajan rum is a Gold Award Winner throughout the Caribbean. It is a rum that is enjoyed by many casual rum drinkers. Enjoy this rum on the rocks, or with your favourite mixer. Mentioned characteristics: exceptional smoothness and sophistication.
(37 %) Old Brigand White Rum is a rum of exceptional taste. Great on the rocks, with a dash of bitters or just a hint of lime or try it with your favourite mixer. Mentioned characteristics:
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A deluxe blended rum, should be savoured and enjoyed for its delicate flavour and extra smooth taste. They recommend Black Label on the rocks or with a little water. Mentioned characteristics:
(?? %) A classic in its field, winner if an international gold award for quality - A sophisticated rum, appreciated by connoisseurs and casual rum drinkers alike. Aged for 5 years to maturity in oaken casks. Mentioned characteristics: a unique flavour and smoothness
(?? %) Old Brigand, made in the great tradition of fine Barbados rums is aged for a full 10 years in oaken casks before blending and bottling. It's presented in a special bottle, the unique shape of which echoed that of the old leather bottles used by sailors if the period to carry their grog. Mentioned characteristics: exquisite smooth taste and rich colour
(43 %) At the Foursquare distillery they also produce a souvenir bottles with Barbados Rum in it. They also produce a Punch, Falernum and a Spiced Rum.
(?? %) These are beautiful glass decanters made to depict some of the heritage of Barbados. These decanters, filled with golden Barbados Rum, are truly a memorable gift.
(?? %) Alleyne Arthur's Rum Punch is enticingly different. It is ready to drink, so no mixing at home. Just add ice and garnish with grated nutmeg. A warm reminder of Paradise itself. Mentioned characteristics: delightful, exotic concoction of choice Rum and Tropical Fruits.
(23 %) This famous Bajan "Gold Medal" beverage and mixer was developed by John D. Taylor of Bridgetown in 1890. A delicious drink on its own or on the rocks, it is also an excellent base for exciting rum mixes such as "Corn 'n Oil". Add a dash of Bitters, crushed ice and shake or stir, then drink with pleasure. Mentioned characteristics: uniquely refreshing flavour
(35 %) Foursquare Spiced Rum is an aged rum with flavours added in the distillery. The brand was first introduced at Yankee Spirits in Massachusetts the Saturday before Christmas 1999. A sampling event took place and sold 30 bottles in the three hours. In Total, over 60 bottles were sold that day. The actual recipe is a family secret passed down through five generations. It is bottled in square hand crafted European glass bottles with a hand dipped wax seal. After a couple of shots, this bottle looks like a cricket bat (actually, after a lot of shots). This thought must have inspired somebody to create the biggest bat in the world, with the Foursquare name on it. There is also a "normal" bottle available. It takes advantage of the growth of the super premium segment and the growth of the flavored rum segment. People drink it with Ginger Ale (Sugar and Spice) or as a martini with a splash of pineapple juice, chambord and nut liqueur. They won several prices with this Spiced Rum:
Mentioned characteristics: hints of cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg gently blended. clove, nutmeg, honey. Holiday spices, dash of citrus, potency, vibrancy, round almost biscuity fragrance. The palate is soft, smooth, spicy sweet. The finish is sweet, zesty, spicy.
At the Foursquare Distillery, they also produce a Gin (as can be seen on a picture above). Nice to known.
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