Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum
A cask-strength Barbados rum, port cask-finished, revealing a sophisticated palate of dark cherry, dried plum, and warm oaky spice. It culminates in a powerful, lasting finish.

Product Details
How to get this in NC
Special Order- Shoppers: This is a special-order product. Ask your local NC ABC store to special-order it using code 47-643.
- Bars & restaurants: Submit an on-premise request — our sales team responds within 24–48 hours and can help with special-order logistics.
- Timing: Special orders depend on ABC processing and producer availability; your store or our sales team can confirm lead times.
Dorado Rock is a licensed NC spirit broker. We represent brands statewide through the ABC system — we do not sell retail direct to consumers.
About Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum
A cask-strength Barbados rum, port cask-finished, revealing a sophisticated palate of dark cherry, dried plum, and warm oaky spice. It culminates in a powerful, lasting finish.
Embark on a journey of refined taste with Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum, an exceptional spirit echoing the rich traditions of Caribbean distillation. This remarkable cask-strength rum is meticulously selected for its inherent character and then elevated through a masterful finishing period in opulent port casks. This secondary maturation imbues the liquid with profound complexity, weaving together the vibrant spirit with the deep, fruity nuances of fortified wine. The result is a testament to the art of maturation, offering a sophisticated tapestry of flavors that speaks to discerning palates seeking authenticity and unparalleled quality. Each sip unveils a narrative of careful craftsmanship and a dedication to exquisite rum production.
Product Details
- ABV: 55%
- Proof: 110
- Age: Not specified
- Size: 700ML
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Rich dark cherry, dried plum, and a hint of toasted oak.
- Palate: Luscious dark fruit, spiced plum, and intense, warming oak with a touch of vanilla.
- Finish: Powerful, enduring, with lingering notes of sweet spice and dried fruit.
Perfect For
Cocktails: Port Cask Rum Old Fashioned (Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum, Angostura Bitters, brown sugar cube), Barbados Rum Manhattan (Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum, Sweet Vermouth, Cherry Bitters), Spiced Rum Sour (Holmes Cay Barbados Port Cask Rum, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Allspice Dram)
Food Pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, aged Gouda cheese, roasted duck with a cherry reduction.
Best Enjoyed
Savor neat in a Glencairn glass to fully appreciate its depth, or with a single, large ice cube to gently open its complex flavors. Ideal for contemplative sipping after an exquisite meal or as a sophisticated nightcap.
Specs
- Production: Traditional Rum Production
- Aging: Finished in rich port casks. Initial aging details not specified.
- Source: Not specified
Available throughout North Carolina through Dorado Rock LLC, your premium NC spirit broker.
About Windyside Spirits
Holmes Cay independent bottlings of single-origin rums from Barbados, Belize, Fiji, Réunion, and more.
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