Capricorn Distilling Co
Reserve Barrel Rum
700ml · 40% ABV · Handcrafted in Burleigh Heads, Queensland
Our Reserve Barrel Rum is a rich, full-bodied Australian rum, aged for three years in ex-bourbon barrels before being finished in ex-Muscat casks.
The Muscat cask finish brings a juicy, almost port-like richness to the rum, with ripe stone fruit and dried fruit layered over the warmth of the molasses and oak. Smooth, generous and full of flavour, this is a proper sipping rum designed to be enjoyed neat or over ice.
How It’s Made
We start with Queensland blackstrap molasses, ferment it slowly and distil the rum in our double-retort copper pot still at our Burleigh Heads distillery.
The rum is matured for three years in ex-bourbon barrels in Queensland’s warm coastal climate, developing depth, toasted oak, vanilla and gentle spice.
Once matured, it is finished in ex-Muscat casks. This final stage brings another dimension to the rum, adding juicy stone fruit, dried fruit and a rich, port-like character.
There are no added sugars, artificial flavours or artificial colours. Just properly made rum, time and good barrels.
Tasting Notes
Rich and aromatic on the nose, with juicy stone fruit, dried fruit and toasted oak.
The palate is full-bodied and smooth, with ripe plum, rich molasses, dried fruit and caramel, followed by vanilla and gentle oak spice.
The Muscat cask finish brings a luscious, almost port-like quality, with jammy fruit. The finish is long and warming, with lingering stone fruit, dried fruit and oak.
Made Properly, Made Here
Every batch is distilled, matured, finished and bottled by hand at our Burleigh Heads distillery. We work in small batches, carefully select our barrels and taste every run before it leaves the distillery.
The Details
Bottle size: 700ml
Alcohol: 40% ABV
Standard drinks: 22
Made in: Burleigh Heads, Queensland
Base: Australian rum made from Queensland blackstrap molasses
Maturation: Three years in ex-bourbon barrels, finished in ex-Muscat casks
Added sugar: None
Artificial flavours or colours: None
Delivery: Ships Australia-wide, carefully packed for glass
Pickup available at Burleigh Heads - Distillery & Head Office
Usually ready in 24 hours
Product information
RESERVE BARREL RUM
A Queensland-born rum, rich, smooth and layered with caramel, dried fruit and warm spice.
AGED FOR THREE YEARS IN EX BOURBON BARRELS, FINISHED IN EX MUSCAT CASKS
BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES
Authentic, full-flavoured Queensland blackstrap molasses forms the backbone of this rum. Slow fermentation builds natural depth, bringing forward warm caramel notes and a rich, lingering finish.
DOUBLE RETORT POT STILL
Distilled on our custom double retort pot still, Rocky. This traditional method draws out bold character and texture, giving the rum its unmistakable weight, warmth, and complexity.
EX BOURBON BARREL AGING
Matured for three years in seasoned Ex Bourbon barrels, where the rum develops layers of toasted oak, vanilla, and gentle spice. Time in wood softens the spirit, smoothing and rounding every edge.
EX MUSCAT CASK FINISH
Finished in Ex Muscat casks to introduce subtle fruit sweetness and elevated aromatics. Expect hints of dried fruit, honeyed depth, and a refined, balanced finish that lingers beautifully.
