The Real McCoy 12 Year Aged Single Blended Rum

The Real McCoy 12 Year Aged Single Blended Rum hails from the Foursquare Distillery in Barbados, a place with a serious pedigree in the world of rum. The name itself is a nod to Bill McCoy, a Prohibition-era captain known for supplying unadulterated spirits, hence the term "The Real McCoy." This particular expression isn't a new kid on the block but rather a well-regarded spirit, born from a collaboration between filmmaker Bailey Pryor, who made a documentary on Bill McCoy, and Richard Seale, Foursquare's esteemed master distiller. Foursquare is renowned for its commitment to no-additive, honest rum-making, meaning no added sugars, flavors, or trickery. This 12-year-old rum is a single blended rum, meaning it's a blend of pot and column still rums all from Foursquare and aged for a minimum of 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels right there in the tropical climate of Barbados.

The Real McCoy 12 Year Aged Single Blended Rum offers a smooth, balanced profile with notes of buttery oak, dark chocolate, caramel, and hints of orange zest and tobacco. It’s a versatile spirit that shines when sipped neat or on the rocks, and truly elevates classic cocktails like an Old Fashioned, Daiquiri, or a Rum Manhattan, making it a solid choice for any well-stocked home bar.

Prepare for buttery oak and spicy dark chocolate aromas that lead to a palate of caramel, orange zest, and a hint of tobacco. The Real McCoy 12 Year finishes with a soft, peppery spice and a whisper of smoke, making it an exceptionally smooth and balanced pour.