Jefferson's Reserve Old Rum Cask (750Ml)

Jefferson's took a well-aged Kentucky bourbon and gave it a tropical detour. After many years in new charred American white oak, the whiskey moved into old rum casks. Those casks had held Goslings Family Reserve, an aged rum from Bermuda. The bourbon then rested in them for 15 more months.

Reviewers put the base whiskey at eight years old. It is bottled at 45.1% ABV, so it still has some backbone. The rum time shows up right away in the glass.

On the nose you get molasses and ripe banana, with a note of sourdough crust. The sip brings caramel corn and cinnamon. Then comes chocolate ganache and a soft layer of vanilla. Some tasters also find creamy coconut on the nose and toffee on the palate.

The finish is long. Vanilla stays with you, along with gentle allspice and toasted marshmallow. It feels sweet but not sticky, and the oak keeps it in line.

Pour it neat first, then try a few drops of water. It also works over a large cube or in a simple cocktail like an Old Fashioned. Serve it with grilled meats, dark chocolate or a caramel dessert.

If you like rum and bourbon, this bottle lets you enjoy both in one pour. It also makes a thoughtful gift for a friend who likes to try something new.