When I first read review mentioning brine I was like why the hell would I drink this, yet it makes sense, and is amazing even though it's such an alien taste

Schönes orangefarbenes Bernstein im Glas.
In der Nase frisch und fruchtig. Diverse tropische Früchte überraschen immer wieder aufs Neue. Karamelltöne, Hölzer und harzige Noten sitzen in der zweiten Reihe. Blumen und Gräser welken langsam in der Ferne.
Am Gaumen weich und geschmeidig. Frische Fruchtbrote mit ein wenig Karamell und Vanille zergehen sanft auf der Zunge. Hölzer und Tannine sind dezent im Hintergrund.
Im Abgang kurz und bündig. Holz und Karamell verschwindet zuerst, die Fruchtaromen bleiben etwas länger.
Ein durchaus eleganter und sehr leichter Navy Rum, mir fehlt aber eine gewisse tiefe und schwere. Die 40 % machen das Ganze auch nicht zu mehr Navy Style. Für Landratten, Einsteiger, Leichtmatrosen und das gemeine Volk, sicherlich nicht für den König.
Für meine 9. Rumrunde mit dem Thema Navy Rum.

Beautiful orange amber in the glass.
Fresh and fruity on the nose. Various tropical fruits surprise again and again. Caramel tones, woods and resinous notes sit in the second row. Flowers and grasses slowly wilt in the distance.
Soft and supple on the palate. Fresh fruit breads with a little caramel and vanilla melt gently on the tongue. Wood and tannins are discreetly in the background.
The finish is short and sweet. Wood and caramel disappear first, the fruit flavors remain a little longer.
A thoroughly elegant and very light navy rum, but I miss a certain depth and weight. The 40% doesn't make the whole thing any more navy style. For landlubbers, beginners, light sailors and the common people, certainly not for the king.
For my 9th rum round with the theme Navy Rum.

So I got this rum recently, I tried a tiny bottle of it and thought it was smooth and sweet. It's got heavy vanilla and caramel notes. Not terriblr in a mixed drink or on its own if you enjoy sweet things.

Vůně: Hlavně karamel, lihovější, lékárna, ovocný drops
Chuť: Sladká, léčivé byliny, pepř, nahnilá tráva(třtina), karamel.
Dochuť: Lehounce sudová, bylinně nahořklá
Jakési na rum neobvyklé, much spice, pořád to evokuje lékárnu.
Nesedl mi, jako Rumbullion.
6,0/10

Before we get to the actual evaluation, a few ambiguities need to be clarified, which @Chamarelo has already addressed:
1. the rum from Foursquare was distilled in Barbados (pot & column still) and aged there for 10! (not 5) years in ex-bourbon barrels.
2. the subsequent maturation in PX sherry casks takes place in Germany and lasts at least 3 months. (Strictly speaking, the maturation takes place in former German red wine casks filled with fresh PX sherry from Xerez).

But now to the actual assessment:
-On the nose, the spicy notes of the still relatively young Barbados rum are particularly evident, but the sherry influence can also be detected on the nose: This is expressed through hints of raisins and figs.
-On the tongue, you are surprised by a surprising complexity. The distillate is smooth on the palate and never burns. In the finish, the aftertaste of the PX Cask is quite long and is characterized by a vanilla note.

In conclusion, this rum is the perfect choice to AUTHENTICALLY introduce the rum world to beginners. The sherry influence makes the rum world accessible to beginners.
My criticism is, however, related to ALL sherry maturations: The influence of the sherry gives the impression that the rum has a complexity that the distillate itself does not usually provide.The consumer should always be aware that these sweet, fruity aromas do not come from the rum itself, but from the influence of the sweet wine. If you are aware of this and simply enjoy drinking PX rums, even experienced rum drinkers can have a lot of fun with this rum. For 39.90 euros, a clear recommendation to buy!

Nice looking, stylish bottle. The rum is really dark, must have colors added. Smells like syrup, most likely molasses but no banana aromas that I would have liked. The flavor has a kick to it. It's not only the ABV but the general feel of it. Tastes like burnt sugar and coffee.

This might be the best $15 rum I've had in a long time. Made by Foursquare does not hurt either.

This rum is just an standard in the rum world. You can't make a Painkiller without it. Currently enjoying just sipping on this for Black Tot Day.

ending on a high note with my favorite country - Panama. was not familiar with the brand but enjoying this pour in a big way. Where has it been all my life? Price on the shelf was not that objectionable and perceived as a decent value. Good nose, great taste. Smooooooth and I really enjoyed the finish......of the rum and a great evening of tasting. Cheers to all and to all a good night!

I love strong alcohols, and kraken made me love rum. It has smooth start, little bit of vanilla flavor and harsh finish that is too much for many. I know it's not the "real rum" beacuse it's spiced, but imo it's the best spiced rum available for the price, far better than capitan morgan or bacardi.

at a tasting and expected this to be on the better side of good but this is rediculously delicious. a bit weak on the nose but instantly forgiven with taste in the most impressive way. expected a bit more burn but this is one of those rums that makes the search worth the effort. a bit on the expensive side and looking forward to trying some rums not available in Canada that are mentioned here. Still impressive and hopefully everyone gets the opportunity to sample.. cheers.

I was looking forward to an Havana club alternative in Alberta. this is wonderful but about 50% more expensive than the selection de maestros. same great smell and taste - honestly don't know who would win a blind taste test. this had a cleaner smell and taste than HC but the HC taste was more complex and "adult". finish was better with HC also. regardless - both are great sippers and enjoy them for a different reasons. HC wins on taste and overall value.

Very surprised how much I liked this. Reasonably priced sipper. Definitely a keeper.

Was looking for a price point mixer. This is not bad. Would definitely buy again.

Really like this one. My first from Botran. Looking forward to trying some others.

Surprised at how good this is. Not great but a good mixer. Glad u tried it

Aromas of fruity cinnamon, clove, molasses, and wood. The body reveals tropical fruits, nuts, vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and honey. A long finish with notes of raisins and chocolate.

Fruity, cinnamon, clove, molases and wood in aroma; tropical fruits, nuts, vanilla, caramel, chocolate and honey in body; long tail with raisins and chocolate.

i had batch 7 - not sure if that makes a difference. love the story with this brand. wanted to do a head to head tasting with Plantery when it finally gets to Canada but it was part of todays tasting. this is NOT Malibu. Unfortunately the coconut taste is not as pronounced as reviews make it sound as I'm a huge coconut fan. This is a rum with an essence of coconut that is supportive and complimentary to the overall taste of the bottle. coconut is the most forward of the back notes in smell and taste but is not overwhelming. easily sipped and look forward to blending with Stiggins to make a great summer drink. Addition of coke almost makes it cherry flavored. Not a huge fan of flavored rums and this is no exception. Cheers.

Aromas of caramel, spices, and dried fruit greet the nose. The palate unfolds with vanilla, oak, and a warm, spicy kick, leading to a smooth, fruity finish. Perfectly balanced for a celebratory sip.

that glimmer was the smell. smells like a really great Christmas eggnog. after that it was down hill fast. couldn't stomach the taste straight and Coke made the taste worse. ended up throwing it down the drain.

at a tasting and this rolled out. Always wanted to try Boutiqu-ey rum but this was a Jamaican rum which was potentially high ester and an agricole which I have yet to find one i liked. Smell was not pleasant. it was not overly estered but it was agricole forward in every respect. in fact if I wasn't told, I would have thought this was 100% agricole. one saving grace is the finish was weak and enjoyed the rest of the pour with coke in the glass.

enjoyed this at a tasting and was surprised. nice smell going in but confusing. there is a smell that is stumping me....is it tea? taste hits on all cylinders as it is so complex. it has a thicker mouth feel than expected and the burn is very pleasant but quickly is only left on the tongue. Had a case of sticker shock when I looked at the price (out of curiosity) on the shelf. Not quite
as good as the Panamanian Ron Abuelo Cask finish offerings which are, in my opinion, far superior at about the same price - especially the Port and Cognac Casks! Cheers

enjoyed this at a tasting and was surprised. I approached with apprehension expecting high ester and 59% to start slapping me around. the nose warns of an impeding flavor bomb. No harsh smell. the taste is very pleasant and the amped up flavors play very well. the alcohol taste is initially a bit over the top but very quickly settles down to a quiet burn as you swallow. the finish lingers in the sinuses. a fine example of jamaican offerings

Never had heard of this brand - its good, really good. mild nose, very decent taste and smooth finish. This could have been an 8 if stood by itself however there are better options much cheaper. Glad I was at the tasting.

When I first read review mentioning brine I was like why the hell would I drink this, yet it makes sense, and is amazing even though it's such an alien taste

Schönes orangefarbenes Bernstein im Glas.
In der Nase frisch und fruchtig. Diverse tropische Früchte überraschen immer wieder aufs Neue. Karamelltöne, Hölzer und harzige Noten sitzen in der zweiten Reihe. Blumen und Gräser welken langsam in der Ferne.
Am Gaumen weich und geschmeidig. Frische Fruchtbrote mit ein wenig Karamell und Vanille zergehen sanft auf der Zunge. Hölzer und Tannine sind dezent im Hintergrund.
Im Abgang kurz und bündig. Holz und Karamell verschwindet zuerst, die Fruchtaromen bleiben etwas länger.
Ein durchaus eleganter und sehr leichter Navy Rum, mir fehlt aber eine gewisse tiefe und schwere. Die 40 % machen das Ganze auch nicht zu mehr Navy Style. Für Landratten, Einsteiger, Leichtmatrosen und das gemeine Volk, sicherlich nicht für den König.
Für meine 9. Rumrunde mit dem Thema Navy Rum.

Beautiful orange amber in the glass.
Fresh and fruity on the nose. Various tropical fruits surprise again and again. Caramel tones, woods and resinous notes sit in the second row. Flowers and grasses slowly wilt in the distance.
Soft and supple on the palate. Fresh fruit breads with a little caramel and vanilla melt gently on the tongue. Wood and tannins are discreetly in the background.
The finish is short and sweet. Wood and caramel disappear first, the fruit flavors remain a little longer.
A thoroughly elegant and very light navy rum, but I miss a certain depth and weight. The 40% doesn't make the whole thing any more navy style. For landlubbers, beginners, light sailors and the common people, certainly not for the king.
For my 9th rum round with the theme Navy Rum.

So I got this rum recently, I tried a tiny bottle of it and thought it was smooth and sweet. It's got heavy vanilla and caramel notes. Not terriblr in a mixed drink or on its own if you enjoy sweet things.

Vůně: Hlavně karamel, lihovější, lékárna, ovocný drops
Chuť: Sladká, léčivé byliny, pepř, nahnilá tráva(třtina), karamel.
Dochuť: Lehounce sudová, bylinně nahořklá
Jakési na rum neobvyklé, much spice, pořád to evokuje lékárnu.
Nesedl mi, jako Rumbullion.
6,0/10

Before we get to the actual evaluation, a few ambiguities need to be clarified, which @Chamarelo has already addressed:
1. the rum from Foursquare was distilled in Barbados (pot & column still) and aged there for 10! (not 5) years in ex-bourbon barrels.
2. the subsequent maturation in PX sherry casks takes place in Germany and lasts at least 3 months. (Strictly speaking, the maturation takes place in former German red wine casks filled with fresh PX sherry from Xerez).

But now to the actual assessment:
-On the nose, the spicy notes of the still relatively young Barbados rum are particularly evident, but the sherry influence can also be detected on the nose: This is expressed through hints of raisins and figs.
-On the tongue, you are surprised by a surprising complexity. The distillate is smooth on the palate and never burns. In the finish, the aftertaste of the PX Cask is quite long and is characterized by a vanilla note.

In conclusion, this rum is the perfect choice to AUTHENTICALLY introduce the rum world to beginners. The sherry influence makes the rum world accessible to beginners.
My criticism is, however, related to ALL sherry maturations: The influence of the sherry gives the impression that the rum has a complexity that the distillate itself does not usually provide.The consumer should always be aware that these sweet, fruity aromas do not come from the rum itself, but from the influence of the sweet wine. If you are aware of this and simply enjoy drinking PX rums, even experienced rum drinkers can have a lot of fun with this rum. For 39.90 euros, a clear recommendation to buy!

Nice looking, stylish bottle. The rum is really dark, must have colors added. Smells like syrup, most likely molasses but no banana aromas that I would have liked. The flavor has a kick to it. It's not only the ABV but the general feel of it. Tastes like burnt sugar and coffee.

This might be the best $15 rum I've had in a long time. Made by Foursquare does not hurt either.

This rum is just an standard in the rum world. You can't make a Painkiller without it. Currently enjoying just sipping on this for Black Tot Day.

ending on a high note with my favorite country - Panama. was not familiar with the brand but enjoying this pour in a big way. Where has it been all my life? Price on the shelf was not that objectionable and perceived as a decent value. Good nose, great taste. Smooooooth and I really enjoyed the finish......of the rum and a great evening of tasting. Cheers to all and to all a good night!

I love strong alcohols, and kraken made me love rum. It has smooth start, little bit of vanilla flavor and harsh finish that is too much for many. I know it's not the "real rum" beacuse it's spiced, but imo it's the best spiced rum available for the price, far better than capitan morgan or bacardi.

at a tasting and expected this to be on the better side of good but this is rediculously delicious. a bit weak on the nose but instantly forgiven with taste in the most impressive way. expected a bit more burn but this is one of those rums that makes the search worth the effort. a bit on the expensive side and looking forward to trying some rums not available in Canada that are mentioned here. Still impressive and hopefully everyone gets the opportunity to sample.. cheers.

I was looking forward to an Havana club alternative in Alberta. this is wonderful but about 50% more expensive than the selection de maestros. same great smell and taste - honestly don't know who would win a blind taste test. this had a cleaner smell and taste than HC but the HC taste was more complex and "adult". finish was better with HC also. regardless - both are great sippers and enjoy them for a different reasons. HC wins on taste and overall value.

Very surprised how much I liked this. Reasonably priced sipper. Definitely a keeper.

Was looking for a price point mixer. This is not bad. Would definitely buy again.

Really like this one. My first from Botran. Looking forward to trying some others.

Surprised at how good this is. Not great but a good mixer. Glad u tried it

Aromas of fruity cinnamon, clove, molasses, and wood. The body reveals tropical fruits, nuts, vanilla, caramel, chocolate, and honey. A long finish with notes of raisins and chocolate.

Fruity, cinnamon, clove, molases and wood in aroma; tropical fruits, nuts, vanilla, caramel, chocolate and honey in body; long tail with raisins and chocolate.

i had batch 7 - not sure if that makes a difference. love the story with this brand. wanted to do a head to head tasting with Plantery when it finally gets to Canada but it was part of todays tasting. this is NOT Malibu. Unfortunately the coconut taste is not as pronounced as reviews make it sound as I'm a huge coconut fan. This is a rum with an essence of coconut that is supportive and complimentary to the overall taste of the bottle. coconut is the most forward of the back notes in smell and taste but is not overwhelming. easily sipped and look forward to blending with Stiggins to make a great summer drink. Addition of coke almost makes it cherry flavored. Not a huge fan of flavored rums and this is no exception. Cheers.

Aromas of caramel, spices, and dried fruit greet the nose. The palate unfolds with vanilla, oak, and a warm, spicy kick, leading to a smooth, fruity finish. Perfectly balanced for a celebratory sip.

that glimmer was the smell. smells like a really great Christmas eggnog. after that it was down hill fast. couldn't stomach the taste straight and Coke made the taste worse. ended up throwing it down the drain.

at a tasting and this rolled out. Always wanted to try Boutiqu-ey rum but this was a Jamaican rum which was potentially high ester and an agricole which I have yet to find one i liked. Smell was not pleasant. it was not overly estered but it was agricole forward in every respect. in fact if I wasn't told, I would have thought this was 100% agricole. one saving grace is the finish was weak and enjoyed the rest of the pour with coke in the glass.

enjoyed this at a tasting and was surprised. nice smell going in but confusing. there is a smell that is stumping me....is it tea? taste hits on all cylinders as it is so complex. it has a thicker mouth feel than expected and the burn is very pleasant but quickly is only left on the tongue. Had a case of sticker shock when I looked at the price (out of curiosity) on the shelf. Not quite
as good as the Panamanian Ron Abuelo Cask finish offerings which are, in my opinion, far superior at about the same price - especially the Port and Cognac Casks! Cheers

enjoyed this at a tasting and was surprised. I approached with apprehension expecting high ester and 59% to start slapping me around. the nose warns of an impeding flavor bomb. No harsh smell. the taste is very pleasant and the amped up flavors play very well. the alcohol taste is initially a bit over the top but very quickly settles down to a quiet burn as you swallow. the finish lingers in the sinuses. a fine example of jamaican offerings

Never had heard of this brand - its good, really good. mild nose, very decent taste and smooth finish. This could have been an 8 if stood by itself however there are better options much cheaper. Glad I was at the tasting.