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Goslings has been a Bermuda family name since 1806, and while the brand owns the trademark on the Dark 'n Stormy cocktail through its flagship Black Seal Rum, Family Reserve Old Rum — first released in 2003 — represents the top of their lineup. This Rye Barrel Finish, released in November 2023, is the series' first-ever extension: rum aged 16 to 19 years in ex-bourbon barrels gets an additional three years resting in rye whiskey barrels filled across 2018, 2019, and 2020, then blended together in 2023. Reviewers found real complexity here — brown sugar, vanilla, floral notes, and bergamot on the nose, moving into rye spice, black pepper, toffee, dried fruit, and dark chocolate on the palate, with Robb Report calling it a clear step up from Black Seal in flavor and depth. That said, multiple independent reviewers, including Paste Magazine and The Daily Pour, specifically wished it were bottled at a higher proof than the standard 40% ABV to give the rye spice more punch, and The Lone Caner noted Goslings doesn't disclose exactly where the base rum is distilled. Still, most agree the rye finish adds genuine character missing from the original Family Reserve.
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Brand:Chips LiquorSKU:C0008254LTags:Breakthru