Review #929; Rum #288: Foursquare Isonomy 17yr

Foursquare Isonomy 17yr

This is the 20th release in the line of the Foursquare Exceptional Cask selection series from Richard Seale and co down at Foursquare in Barbados. This rum is a blend of Pot and Column distillate, was aged for 17 years in ex-bourbon barrels in Barbados, and then bottled with no additives.

Note, Isonomy means “equality under the law”

ABV: 58%

Nose: Dark Chocolate, Nuttiness, Black Tea, Toasted Coconut, Burnt Caramel

Palate: Medium mouthfeel, Black Tea, Burnt Caramel, Nuttiness, Cocoa Bitters

Finish: Medium length finish, Black Tea, Oak Spice, Burnt Caramel, Black Pepper

Rating: 5/10

I can see why someone would like this if they are a fan of oak, but this is so oak dominant for me. This is a step down from previous releases for me all the wonderful Foursquare character I enjoy is just buried under the cask. The toasted coconut and dark chocolate that I get in some comes through, but this is one that just isn’t for me.

1 | Disgusting | So bad I poured it out.

2 | Poor | I wouldn’t consume by choice.

3 | Bad | Multiple flaws.

4 | Sub-par | Not bad, but better exists.

5 | Good | Good, just fine.

6 | Very Good | A cut above.

7 | Great | Well above average

8 | Excellent | Really quite exceptional.

9 | Incredible | An all time favorite

10 | Perfect | Perfect