Planteray Black Cask Barbados & Trinidad

Profile: The Planteray Black Cask Barbados & Trinidad at a glance 

• New Name - same Rum: PLANTATION becomes PLANTERAY
• PLANTERAY - an homage to sugar cane (PLANT) and the sun's rays (RAY)
• A fruity Rum from molasses, distilled in pot and column stills
• Black Cask Double Aged Rum is a premium blend of rums from Barbados & Trinidad Trinidad
• Aged in ex-bourbon Casks in Barbados and Paraguay - then aged for several years in heavily charred Ferrand casks in France
• A great sipping rum, but also a real treat in a classic cocktail

Portrait: What makes Planteray Black Cask Barbados & Trinidad so special

When two Caribbean islands collaborate, only something good can come of it - like Planteray Black Cask Barbados & Trinidad. A rum that proves teamwork isn't just for meetings, but also for the barrel. Its journey begins in Barbados at the time-honored Stade's West Indies Rum Distillery and in Trinidad at the experienced Trinidad Distillers Ltd. Both know exactly what they're doing: molasses is fermented for three to four days, then distilled in pot and column stills – a blend of classic craftsmanship and modern efficiency.
With a dosage of 19 grams per liter, the rum also has a certain sense of balance – you could say it takes life sweet, but not too sweet. After distillation, the first maturation phase takes place right on site: several years in 200-liter white oak Casks under the Caribbean sun. This is, so to speak, its tropical training. After that, things get serious – or rather, French.
The rum leaves the islands, crosses the Atlantic, and arrives at Maison Ferrand in southwestern France. There, it receives its finishing touch in small, intensely toasted Ferrand barrels. These impart those delicate, slightly smoky notes that can't be trained – they have to be earned. The result is a rum that combines the serenity of the Caribbean with the precision of French cask craftsmanship.
A globetrotter in a bottle – charming, mature, and with a story longer than many a holiday novel. Giving it as a gift shows style. Keeping it for yourself shows even more.

In short: A rum that reflects its origins in Barbados and Trinidad at every stage – clearly structured, aromatically complex, and with a pleasantly long finish.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Planteray Black Cask Barbados & Trinidad tastes like

• Nose: Lively and clear with a multifaceted aroma profile. Initially, honey, apple blossom, cooked banana, lime zest, and vanilla emerge. After a short time, aromas of coconut, roasted coffee, and almonds develop, giving the bouquet a warm and inviting depth.
• Palate: On the palate, round and balanced, with a pleasantly fruity sweetness. Candied fruits and subtle Caribbean spices appear, making the rum harmonious and approachable. The texture remains smooth without losing character.
• Finish: The aftertaste is full-bodied and present, characterized by coffee, nutmeg, cinnamon, and coconut. These notes linger long in the memory, lending the finale a spicy, elegant finish.