Name: Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Brand: Foursquare
Price: 195.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum taste like?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is characterised by Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Rubbery, Toasted, Nutty notes. Foursquare's 20th release in their Exceptional Cask Selection, Isonomy is a 17-year-old blend of heavy and light rums aged exclusively in American white oak ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 58% ABV. The nose delivers coconut, vanilla, ripe peaches, pineapple, and mango, while the palate reveals layers of toffee, maple syrup, dates, milk chocolate, Seville orange, and smoked cloves. The texture is rich and warming, with a lengthy finish balanced between sweetness and spice. A complex blended rum for those seeking depth and maturity in a single bottle.

Question 2

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is intensely smoky and peaty, scoring 70/100 on the smoke scale. Expect heavy peat, bonfires, and medicinal notes.

Question 3

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum sweet?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum has some sweetness (48/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is approachable and a great starting point. Its Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Rubbery character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum costs £195 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is best enjoyed neat to experience the full smoky character. A small drop of water can soften the intensity if preferred.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum pairs well with smoked salmon, oysters, dark chocolate, aged cheddar, and chargrilled meats. The smoky, peaty character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the complex peat smoke and full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

Serve Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum similar to Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum and Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) share a similar flavour profile (Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Highland Park 28 Year Old 1984 (cask 9968) - Director's Cut (Douglas Laing) costs £228.43 vs £195 for Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum.

Question 11

Is Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum similar to Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum and Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) share a similar flavour profile (Nutty) and are in a similar price range. Glenturret 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) costs £199.95 vs £195 for Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum.

Question 12

How does Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum and Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is bold and smoky, while Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Oily notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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