"The ripe and beguiling cherry scent bouquet is strikingly kirsch-like. At entry, the taste is delicate with ripe cherry flavors, elegant and integrated; the delicious taste continues into the midpalate phase as the creamy texture coats the tongue in rich and genuine black cherry flavor. Finishes a touch metallic, but is still a smashing flavored rum." 90-95 pts.

"Deep amber color. Bold aromas of buttery caramel, warm Creme Anglaise, toasted nuts, and cherry cola follow through on a smooth, satiny entry to a dryish medium-full body with cascading waves of nutmeg, vanilla, leather, and cigar box and peppery spice flavors. Finishes with an extremely long, sensuous interplay of wood spice, dried fruits and praline. An amazingly smooth and refined aged rum." Platinum Medal.