Name: Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old
Brand: Plantation
Price: 225.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old taste like?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old is characterised by Dried Fruit, Vanilla, Citric, Toasted, Old Wood notes. Plantation's limited-edition 2000 Barbados rum from West Indies Rum Distillery, matured in ex-bourbon casks under tropical conditions before 14 years in European ex-bourbon casks and two years in ex-Ferrand Cognac casks. The complex maturation journey creates an intricate aromatic profile of oolong tea, red berries, vanilla, poached pears, lemongrass, apricots, and honey, mirrored by strawberries, hazelnut, guava, grapefruit, raspberries, and banana on the palate. At 47.8% ABV, the spirit maintains delicate balance despite its layered cask history. A collector's rum for those seeking progressive barrel aging's highest expression.

Question 2

Is Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old sweet?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old has some sweetness (57/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old is approachable and a great starting point. Its Dried Fruit, Vanilla, Citric character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old costs £225 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old 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 Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old 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 Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old — 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 Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Serve Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old 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 Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old similar to Royal Brackla 21 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old and Royal Brackla 21 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted, Old Wood) and are in a similar price range. Royal Brackla 21 Year Old costs £219.99 vs £225 for Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old.

Question 11

Is Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old similar to Jameson 4.5L?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old and Jameson 4.5L share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Jameson 4.5L costs £169.5 vs £225 for Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old.

Question 12

How does Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old compare to Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018)?

Accepted Answer

Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old and Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Plantation Extreme No.5 Barbados 2000 Rum / 21 Year Old is complex and layered, while Talisker 8 Year Old (Special Release 2018) is known for Smokey, Kippery, Medicinal notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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