House of Rum Unveils 20YO Single Cask Barbados Rum

Dual Tropical and Maritime Maturation Celebrates UK RumFest's 20th Anniversary

Independent bottler House of Rum has announced the release of a 20-year-old single cask Barbados rum to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the UK RumFest and honor the industry contributions of its founder, Ian Burrell.

Two-Stage Maturation in the Tropics and Scotland

Distilled in 2006 at the renowned Foursquare Distillery in Barbados, this House of Rum expression underwent a total of 20 years of aging before being bottled at a cask strength of 56.5% ABV, yielding just 255 bottles from a single cask. Its maturation journey combines tropical and Scottish maritime climates: the spirit first aged for 14 years in American oak casks in Barbados, before being transported to Scotland in late 2020 for an additional six years of aging in refill Bourbon casks.

Official Tasting Notes & Debut Details

According to official tasting notes, this 20-year-old rum offers rich aromas of vanilla, nutmeg, a hint of clove, and dried fruits on the nose. On the palate, it evolves into indulgent layers of butterscotch, cocoa nibs, and warming spices.

David Howarth, founder of House of Rum, noted that the UK RumFest is the world's longest-running rum festival, and this exceptional bottling celebrates its 20th milestone while paying tribute to legendary rum advocate Ian Burrell. The limited edition will make its official debut at the UK RumFest in London from October 17 to 19.

House of Rum specializes in single-vintage, single-cask, and cask-strength premium rums, featuring curated selections from 11 distinct countries across the Caribbean and Central and South America.

📅 Publication Date: 2026-09-23

🔗 Source: The Spirits Business