Caroni Caribbean Rum XO, 46% Berry Bros. & Rudd

from a purchased sample Nose: Refreshing and well-rounded. There's a base of musty molasses, a touch faint, along with some cinnamon and licorice. Some brown spice as well. Hiding behind that, you get some of that usual salt and olives, oil, and a funkiness akin to those tarry notes, but not as fully ripe or rubbery. Everything is in check and lovely. Now I've got some elevated expectations. Palate: Oh my. This attack comes a from all over the place. …