Name: Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Brand: Foursquare
Price: 180.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum taste like?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is characterised by Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit, Vanilla, Toasted notes. Foursquare's 2009 vintage blends pot and column-distilled rums aged 12 years in ex-bourbon casks, bottled at cask strength under Richard Seale's exacting selection. Rich spice, orchard fruit, and oak tannins weave together with the textural complexity that defines the distillery's house style. Full-bodied and warming, this is essential drinking for serious rum enthusiasts.

Question 2

Is Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum sweet?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum has some sweetness (55/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is approachable and a great starting point. Its Cooked Fruit, Dried Fruit, Vanilla character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum costs £180 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 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum?

Accepted Answer

Serve Foursquare 2009 / 12 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 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum similar to Longmorn 15 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum and Longmorn 15 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Longmorn 15 Year Old costs £150 vs £180 for Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum.

Question 11

Is Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum similar to Big Peat 33 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum and Big Peat 33 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Dried Fruit) and are in a similar price range. Big Peat 33 Year Old costs £249.95 vs £180 for Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum.

Question 12

How does Foursquare 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum compare to Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)?

Accepted Answer

Foursquare 2009 / 12 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 2009 / 12 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is complex and layered, 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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