Ron Barcelo Imperial Rare Blends Collection Maple Cask Rum
Ron Barcelo Imperial Rare Blends Collection Maple Cask Rum is the Dominican Republic's answer to cask exploration: sugarcane-juice rum — not molasses — from Barceló's own cane fields, distilled in copper stills, aged 8–10 years in ex-bourbon oak of varying toast, then rested about a year in authentic maple wood, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) in this 750mL bottle — and it is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
The Rare Blends Collection is Barceló's ultra-premium cask-exploration series — Maple Cask alongside the Porto and Mizunara Cask expressions — built from the distillery's most precious reserves, selected by its master coopers. Note for the record: the official brand copy says the rum rests in authentic maple wood and maple staves — not "maple syrup casks," so don't expect syrup-cask language on the label. The result pours a dark amber-red with an unctuous body and long, thick legs.
Tasting notes (official): fruity and floral aromas with melted caramel, plums, vanilla, and maple syrup on the nose; initially sweet on the palate, then wood and dried fruit emerge; a long but silky finish.
Why buy the Maple Cask? Because it's Dominican cane-juice rum — the grassy, aromatic style — given the full ultra-premium treatment: 8–10 years in oak, then a real maple-wood rest you can taste. Browse the rum collection, more from the Ron Barceló brand collection, and other finished spirits.
Serving note: neat at room temperature or chilled, per the brand; pairs with fine cigars, aged cheeses, desserts, dark chocolate, and select red-meat cuts.
Is it finished in maple syrup casks? No — the official brand copy says the rum rests in authentic maple wood and maple staves, not syrup casks.
What makes it "Imperial"? Imperial is Barceló's top tier — cane-juice distillate aged 8–10 years in ex-bourbon oak, drawn from the distillery's most precious reserves.
What's the proof and size? 40% ABV (80 proof), 750mL US bottle.
How should I drink it? Neat at room temperature or chilled; the brand's official pairings include fine cigars and dark chocolate.