Baron Samedi Spiced

If you call yourself an enjoyer of sipping rums this may not be for you. But if you are new to the Rum drinking world this might be something that will interest you. As for myself this is the Rum that I pull out when there are lots of people around who are going to fill up there glasses with cola and say they are drinking rum.
Definitely not something a regular Rum sipper would enjoy on the regular.

Spiced rums have always been a hit or miss proposition for me. Either they royally suck or are quite good. This one falls into the latter category. It does base itself on the legendary voodoo character Baron Samedi (French for Baron Saturday) don't let the gimmick fool you...this is a pretty good spiced rum. It has a complex aroma and has a rich amber hue.

It is a strong-than-average rum with 45% ABV (90 proof) but does not have as major of a burn as I expected. Mind you, it does have a bit of a burn but is also fairly smooth. Somewhat paradoxical, I realize, but it is what it is.

The flavor is a complex mix of spices. Personally I taste predominately vanilla and caramel but there is more subtle flavors that honestly I am unable to isolate. In short, it has a very good overall flavor. Definitely one to try.

Very similar to the Bacardi oakheart
Strong vanilla tast very good in 7up

Not great for sipping great for mixes little strong 90 proof but smooth has some spice and kick to it

I was hesitant to buy but my wife liked the label. I enjoyed it with mix but not for sipping for me anyway.

Was pleasantly surprised considering this is a USA product. Smells of cinnamon and vanilla. Not too much bite for 90 proof. Still a little boozy to the taste. But enough sweetness to make it easy to drink straight. One of the better spiced rums, but still falls into the party mixer category.

Doesn't have that overpowering vanilla taste like most spiced rums. Almost drinkable straight but a little too harsh. Best mixed with cola.

I really was drawn to the look of the bottle, it stood out from the rest with its busy artwork and squarish medicine show bottle look. The rum was pretty good, standard spiceed rum flavour with a bit of a burn at 90 proof. I would put this on my bar for taste and mostly for the look.

Tried alone, it's a bit harsh on the alcohol/heat, but it mixes like a dream. Very balanced, good vanilla notes, as well as cinnamon and other spices. It's like if you took Sailor Jerry's up a notch. Highly recommend and can't wait to get some more.

I am by far a long way form being an expert, this is just one opinion of one person.
This is my current favourite rum, many of you will declare that I know nothing and my knowledge is limited (and you are correct) however, I am personally enjoying this rum very much.
It's smooth and easy to mix or go solo.
Even my wife (who never drinks rum) will have one with cola and lime