Pirates Grog Handcrafted 5 All Natural

Handcrafted 5 All Natural is a five year old rum sold under the British Pirates Grog brand, aged in ex-bourbon casks and presented as an all natural rum. It sits at the approachable, mainstream end of the market, themed around piratical fun.

Bottled at a low 37.5%, it is soft and easy, with a finish leaning toward warming spice. Ex-bourbon ageing typically brings vanilla, caramel and light oak, and the recorded spice note adds a little warmth to the close. It is best read as a gentle, lightly sweet sipper for relaxed drinking rather than a bold or high proof rum.