Best Doorly’s Rums Unveiled: 5 Parrot-Tastic Picks


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In the world of rum, Doorly’s is a Barbadian treasure; with its eye-catching parrot emblem, the brand has been crafting some of the finest molasses-based rums for decades.

Produced at the Foursquare Distillery in Barbados, the Doorly’s rum collection ranges from a youthful 3-year-old white rum to a rich and flavoursome XO offering.

Polly want a cracker? Well, maybe in Barbados, our feathered friends prefer something a little stronger.

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Best Doorly’s Rums

Rich with fruit, spice, and molasses sweetness, here is my take on the best Doorly’s rums every rum-lover should consider.

1. Doorly’s 3 Year Old White Rum

Doorly's 3 Year Old White Rum
Credit: Doorly’s

Overview

  • Distiller: Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
  • Country: Barbados
  • Colour: Straw

Review

Sporting its Blue and Gold Macaw logo, Doorly’s 3 Year Old White Rum is a vibrant and youthful blend that’s finished in Oloroso sherry casks and then charcoal-filtered.

On The Nose

Tropical fruit aromas.

On The Palate

This rum begins with fresh pineapple and sweet molasses, a whisper of coconut, and a subtle sherry influence mid-palate. The finish is clean, with a slight peppery kick.

Best Served

I would keep it simple and enjoy a rum & coke or a classic Mojito for a refreshing twist.

Pricing & Info

You can check the latest pricing, product information, and order online.

2. Doorly’s 5 Year Old Rum

Doorly's 5 Year Old Rum
Credit: Doorly’s

Overview

  • Distiller: Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
  • Country: Barbados
  • Colour: Amber

Review

Doorly’s 5 Year Old Rum is an offering that’s a step up in complexity. It’s a Bajan rum that exudes tropical charm, aged for five years and infused with flavours of the Caribbean.

On The Nose

Pineapple, Passionfruit, Caramel

On The Palate

Juicy tropical notes of pineapple and passionfruit lead the charge, with molasses sweetness mid-palate. The finish is smooth, leaving a lingering caramel sweetness.

Best Served

For me, Doorly’s 5 Year Old Rum is best sipped neat or in a Dark’n Stormy to fully embrace its tropical character or a Bahama Mama.

Pricing & Info

You can check the latest pricing, product information, and order online.

3. Doorly’s 12 Year Old Rum

Doorly's 12 Year Old Rum
Credit: Doorly’s

Overview

  • Distiller: Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • ABV: 43% (86 Proof)
  • Country: Barbados
  • Colour: Deep Amber

Review

Getting more fancy but still excellent value, Doorly’s 12 Year Old Rum is a mature and complex offering. Aged for a minimum of 12 years, it’s a rum that speaks of time and care.

On The Nose

Caramel, toffee, with a hint of tobacco and oak.

On The Palate

Tropical rum flavours of pineapple and coconut are soothed by a rich blend of caramel and toffee mid-palate, with a subtle undercurrent of tobacco. The smooth oak finish lingers nicely.

Best Served

Best enjoyed on the rocks or perhaps in a Rum Old Fashioned if you feel fancy.

Pricing & Info

You can check the latest pricing, product information, and order online.

4. Doorly’s 14 Year Old Rum

Doorly's 14 Year Old Rum
Credit: Doorly’s

Overview

  • Distiller: Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • ABV: 48% (96 Proof)
  • Country: Barbados
  • Colour: Deep Amber

Review

Doorly’s 14 Year Old Rum is an exquisite addition to the range. Aged in bourbon and finished in Madeira casks, it’s a fusion of sweetness and rum spice.

On The Nose

Aromas of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg with a Madeira sweetness.

On The Palate

I found this one quite spicy on the opening, with ginger and cinnamon, followed by a Madeira sweetness in the heart. The finish is rich with oak and subtle spice.

Best Served

This one is a sipper, perhaps with a splash of water to open up its nose and reveal more subtle flavours. Or try it in a Hurricane cocktail for an extra tropical flavour!

Pricing & Info

You can check the latest pricing, product information, and order online.

5. Doorly’s XO Rum

Doorly's XO Rum
Credit: Doorly’s

Overview

  • Distiller: Foursquare Rum Distillery
  • ABV: 40% (80 Proof)
  • Country: Barbados
  • Colour: Deep Amber

Review

This XO Rum from Doorly’s is a masterful blend of rums, aged and then finished in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks. Price-wise, it’s excellent value for an aged rum.

On The Nose

Rich, with a harmonious blend of fruit and spice.

On The Palate

This rum offers a complex palate of dried fruits, nuts, and a hint of spice, all balanced with a rich molasses sweetness. I also noticed hints of banana and vanilla on the finish.

Best Served

Serve Doorly’s XO neat to fully appreciate its intricate flavours, or try it in a Long Island Iced Tea for that full-on holiday vibe. Life’s too short not to!

Pricing & Info

You can check the latest pricing, product information, and order online.

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Andrew’s Top Pick

Andrew top pick is Doorly’s 14 Year Old Rum

Doorly’s 14 Year Old Rum

My top pick is Doorly’s 14 Year Old Rum, as the extra spiciness of ginger and cinnamon complement the rich molasses middle, and the finish remains smooth.

Conclusion

For me, exploring the best Doorly’s rums has been a journey of discovery and delight. Each rum in their range offers something unique, packed with the heritage of this beloved Barbadian brand.

Whether you’re a seasoned rum aficionado or new to this molasses-based spirit, Doorly’s has everything from a clean white rum for your rum & coke to a rich barrel-aged sipper.

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