Ron Del Barrilito 3 Star

IF you can get it, this is an excellent rum for mixing. (not a sipping rum) Personally I don't believe that just because a recipe calls for a specific rum, like silver for instance, that you MUST use that rum. This rum makes outstanding Cuba Libre, Pina Colada.. etc.

This is exactly what I imagined but didn't know I wanted when I first was introduced to "aged, sipping rums"... When I first tasted this rum, the amazing balance of sugar, oak, spices and alcohol blew my socks off. If we could afford it, we would keep a bottle of this around persistently, to sip on of an evening, to relax and let the stress of the day just slide away.

Had this on vacation in old San Juan, PR. One of the most complex flavors I have tried.
Starts with the aroma. Florid, and smooth. Flavors that really stand out. It is a young rum, so a little harsh. Be sure to let it stand for a moment before tasting.

Mostly drunk in PR it does not get exported a lot. If you get your hands on it its a beautiful sipping rum with character!

Dry and oaky, a little tannic, almost whiskey like. I was a little disappointed in my bottle of 3 star. Considering the price, I won't be buying again.

My family has drank this rum for generations. This is a full bodied rum strong notes of molasses and the oakiness from the Whiskey barrels that it was stored in. Drink straight on the rocks with a slice of pineapple or another juicy sweet fruit to bring out the sweetness

And now I need to find it again, in Europe.... if someone knows a place, let me know!!

A touch oaky, not bad for tile style cocktails that are sweeter, i.e. orgeat, and or simple.. Not trying to hate on the 3-star, and honestly for the cost, its decent.

Smooth and refined, great finish, easy to drink. My go to rum!

Excellent PR rum. Golden, bold with a smooth finish. Found it in a small grocery store in Aquadilla and it turned me into a rum runner!