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DonQ Oak Barrel Spiced Rum 70cl

Name: DonQ Oak Barrel Spiced Rum 70cl
Brand: Don Q
SKU: rum.donqoak.70cl
Price: 33.15 GBP
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Don Q Oak Barrel Spiced | 70cl

A "Grown-Up" Spiced Rum: Aged, Authentic, and Elevated

Don Q Oak Barrel Spiced is a premium departure from the world of syrupy, overly-sweet spiced rums. Produced by Destilería Serrallés in Puerto Rico—one of the most eco-conscious distilleries in the world—this expression is designed to be a sophisticated alternative for those who want real rum character alongside their spice. Unlike many competitors that use unaged spirits, Don Q starts with a high-quality blend of rums aged for at least 3 to 6 years in American white oak barrels.

What truly sets this spiced rum apart is its 45% ABV (90 proof), a significantly higher strength than the industry standard. This extra "oomph" allows the natural infusions of vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and clove to shine through without the need for artificial colors or excessive sugar. The result is a robust, textured spirit that balances "warm kitchen spices" with the toasted oak and coffee notes typically reserved for fine sipping rums.

Additional Information

Style	Rum - Spiced Rum
SKU	rum.donqoak.70cl
GTIN	No
ABV %	45
Bottle Size (cl)	70
Brand	Don Q

Suggested Cocktails and Manufacturer Info

Key Features and Sustainable Craft

Extended Tropical Ageing: While most spiced rums are unaged or aged for mere months, this rests for a minimum of 3 years, gaining structure and "legs" from the bourbon-charred oak.
Higher Proof Intensity: Bottled at 45% ABV to ensure the spices and rum body stand up perfectly in complex cocktails or when served over ice.
Zero Artificial Additives: Crafted using only natural spices and premium aged rum, adhering to the Serrallés family’s commitment to purity.
Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Rich and "hefty." You are greeted with powerful helpings of cinnamon and five-spice, backed by sweet cinder toffee and a zing of candied ginger.
- Palate: A rounded and robust texture. Layers of vanilla peel and toasty clove give way to charred oak and butterscotch, with more of that ginger heat from the nose.
- Finish: Refreshing and complex. It concludes with a surprising lift of lime, followed by deep notes of treacle tart, cooked apples, and pears.

Product Specifications

Brand: Don Q (Destilería Serrallés)
Style: Aged Spiced Rum
Origin: Ponce, Puerto Rico
Size: 70cl
ABV: 45% (90 Proof)
Maturation: 3 to 6 Years in American White Oak.
Infusion: Vanilla, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, and Clove.

Serving Suggestions

The Spiced Daiquiri: An elevated take on the classic. Shake 50ml Don Q Spiced with 25ml lime juice and 15ml vanilla-infused simple syrup. The 45% ABV ensures the rum remains the star.
Don Q "Coconut" Serve: A local favourite. Pour 50ml of the spiced rum over ice, top with chilled coconut water, and add a heavy squeeze of fresh lime. The saltiness of the coconut water perfectly offsets the cinnamon and oak.
The Puerto Rican Mule: Mix with a high-quality, spicy ginger beer and a dash of Angostura bitters. Garnish with a sprig of fresh sage to complement the nutmeg and clove botanicals.
Warm Winter Sipper: Because of its "cooked apple" and treacle finish, it works beautifully in a warm apple cider or simply sipped neat alongside a ginger cake.