{"product_id":"rusty-barrel-australian-gold-rum-700ml","title":"Rusty Barrel Australian Gold Rum 700mL","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRusty Barrel Australian Gold Rum is a richly flavoured, small-batch Australian rum that brings together traditional oak maturation and a distinctly Australian approach to cask selection. Matured for three years in 300-litre re-charred American oak puncheons previously used for South Australian red wine, it offers a generous combination of fruit, vanilla, warming spice and toasted oak character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe use of former red wine casks adds an interesting dimension to the maturation process. Alongside the familiar richness associated with oak-aged rum, there's a layered combination of dried fruit, creamy sweetness and darker roasted flavours that makes this an appealing choice for anyone who enjoys a spirit with depth and personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled at 40% ABV, Rusty Barrel Australian Gold Rum has plenty to offer whether you're exploring Australian rum for the first time or looking for something a little different to add to your drinks collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A golden rum with the rich colour associated with oak maturation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Inviting notes of dried apricot, vanilla and warm spice lead the way. The combination offers an appealing balance between fruit sweetness and the aromatic character of oak ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich and generously flavoured, with honey, banoffee and vanilla custard creating a creamy, dessert-like impression. Toasted almonds bring a nutty dimension, while gentle spice helps balance the sweeter flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Roasted coffee and dark chocolate linger on the finish, providing a deeper, slightly bittersweet contrast to the rum's softer vanilla and honey notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRusty Barrel Australian Gold Rum is well suited to sipping neat, particularly if you enjoy exploring the influence of oak maturation on a spirit. A large ice cube is another excellent option, allowing the rum to open gradually as the ice melts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor cocktails, try it in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRum Old Fashioned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where its vanilla, toasted almond and dark chocolate notes can complement the bitters and restrained sweetness of the drink. It also makes an appealing after-dinner pour, especially alongside dark chocolate, toasted nuts or a caramel-based dessert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes this rum interesting is the combination of its three-year maturation and the use of American oak casks previously employed for South Australian red wine. It's a distinctly Australian detail that helps set it apart from more conventional gold rums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its generous fruit character, creamy vanilla sweetness and lingering roasted flavours, Rusty Barrel Australian Gold Rum is an inviting introduction to Australian oak-aged rum and a rewarding option for drinkers who already appreciate a richer, more developed style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rusty Barrel Spirits","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67441883021561,"sku":"9350321000427","price":77.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/rusty-barrel-australian-gold-rum-700ml.webp?v=1792549907","url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/products\/rusty-barrel-australian-gold-rum-700ml","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}