Kirk and Sweeney Gran Reserva Superior

Lovely high notes of vanilla, wood, and cinnamon overlay a canvas of dark, rich rum spirit on the nose. On the palate, it at first seems light and sweet, but quickly morphs into a dry and semi-prickly spirit full of vivacity and depth. Plenty of baking spice to go around. The body is medium heavy, with a lot of the peppery notes kept toward the the back of the mouth. Up front are the more woody flavors, leaving an extended dry and succinct finish. A luscious sipping rum, this is a testament to the skill inherent in barrel aging.

The vapors of alcohol overpowers the carmely-marshmellow aroma. Shame. Caramel flavor is, disappointingly, faint but the burn of alcohol is not. The 23 year old was better. Ratings based on neat sipping.

A bit of spice both on the end of the nose and on the back of the palette. Very similar to other Kirk and Sweeney rums of similar age.

Baking spices on the nose, sweet and raisin taste, and rich and cinnamon finish. Nice sips. Also cool bottle.

Good, but nowhere near as good as the 23 it replaced

Solid rum. Easy to drink. More aged than dark imo.