| Rating | 92 |
| Style | Rum |
| Produced In | Dominican Republic |
| ABV | 40% |
| Availability | Year Round |
| Price | $29.00 |
| Reviewed By | |
| Reviewed | 2021-06-23 |
Barceló Imperial Review
Though the bottle of this Dominican rum carries no age statement, the spirit inside shows ample and enjoyable signs of maturation. Concentred dried fruit aromas lead to a palate that's rich in nutty, woody notes. Generous servings of vanilla and butterscotch on the finish make this an ideal rum for bourbon drinkers.
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