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Barbancourt Rhum 5 Star is a premium Haitian rum celebrated for its depth, complexity, and refined character, crafted from pure sugarcane juice and aged in oak barrels for a minimum of five years. This meticulous aging process develops a rich, amber-hued spirit with a harmonious balance of sweetness, spice, and nuanced oak influence, reflecting the tradition and expertise of the Barbancourt distillery.
On the nose, Barbancourt 5 Star reveals inviting aromas of caramel, vanilla, toasted oak, and ripe tropical fruits, intertwined with delicate hints of honey, nuts, and warm spice. The palate is full-bodied yet silky, offering layers of toffee, brown sugar, dried fruits, and subtle baking spices, culminating in a long, smooth finish that lingers gracefully. Its complexity and elegance make it a distinguished choice for both sipping and premium cocktails.
Barbancourt Rhum 5 Star is ideal for enjoying neat, over a single ice cube, or as the foundation for sophisticated rum cocktails, providing an authentic taste of Haitian craftsmanship. It exemplifies the distillery’s dedication to quality, heritage, and the art of slow aging, offering a rum that is both approachable and deeply satisfying for connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
Barbancourt Rhum 5 Star, aged eight years in oak, pours a golden amber color with a luminous sheen. The nose opens with inviting layers of vanilla, caramel, and butterscotch, accented by light oak and subtle dried fruit. On the palate, it shows a smooth yet firm structure, delivering flavors of toffee, candied orange peel, and dried apricot alongside hints of ginger, white pepper, and gentle wood. The oak influence brings a toasted dryness that frames the sweeter elements, leading into a long, warming finish where caramel and spice linger with elegance.
Starter: Fried plantains, shrimp cocktail, or spiced nuts.
Main Course: Jerk chicken, grilled fish, or barbecued pork, where the rum’s spice and fruit character stand up to bold seasoning.
Cheese: Aged cheddar, manchego, or smoked gouda, which balance its richness and oak.
Dessert: Coconut flan, pineapple upside-down cake, or bread pudding with caramel sauce, each echoing its sweet and toasty notes.