The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum is a Light Rum from the The Real McCoy Rum Collection brand crafted in Barbados.
The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum pays homage to Bill McCoy, a Prohibition-era rum runner known for never adulterating his spirits, giving rise to the phrase "the real McCoy." This rum is distilled in Barbados using blackstrap molasses and pure spring water, then aged for three years in ex-bourbon barrels, resulting in a smooth, unadulterated spirit that truly lives up to its name. Interestingly, the brand's founder, Bailey Pryor, was inspired to create The Real McCoy rum after producing an Emmy Award-winning documentary about Bill McCoy's life and exploits during Prohibition. This connection between filmmaking and rum production adds a unique layer to the brand's story, blending historical authenticity with modern entrepreneurship.
The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum stands out for its commitment to unadulterated purity, eschewing added sugars or flavors that are common in many other rums. This Barbados-born spirit is crafted using a unique combination of column and pot still distillation, resulting in a smooth, versatile rum that shines in cocktails while staying true to its prohibition-era namesake's dedication to quality.
The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum shines in classic rum cocktails, where its smooth character and subtle oak notes can truly be appreciated. It's also delightful sipped neat or over ice on warm summer evenings, pairing wonderfully with grilled seafood or tropical fruit desserts.
Nose: Light vanilla and caramel notes greet the nose, followed by hints of tropical fruit like banana and pineapple. There's a subtle oakiness and a touch of coconut in the background.
Palate: Smooth and mellow with a light body. Flavors of brown sugar and toasted oak come forward, balanced by notes of citrus peel and a gentle spiciness. The tropical fruit notes from the nose carry through, accompanied by a mild buttery quality.
Finish: Medium-length and clean. The finish brings a pleasant warmth with lingering notes of vanilla and light oak. There's a subtle dryness that leaves a crisp, refreshing sensation on the palate.
The Real McCoy 3 Year Rum is crafted using a blend of column and pot still distillates, which are aged for a minimum of three years in ex-bourbon barrels. What sets this rum apart is its use of only natural ingredients and flavors, with no added sugar or artificial colorings, staying true to the ethos of Prohibition-era rum runner Bill McCoy who was known for his unadulterated spirits.
I’ve heard so much from this particular bottle I’ve never seen it in a store until I went on vacation and I was out of town, the sticker price that I got this for was $20.50 and I honestly think this punches above its price tag this is very underpriced (to me) I noticed it has a faint yellow-ish tint to it (which I don’t mind) I just tried it last night for the first time in a cocktail (X.Y.Z) and it’s absolutely hands down my favorite white rum no other white rums I’ve tried can touch this, highly recommend it to anyone.
This is an excellent white rum. This is great drinking neat or for mixing.The Real McCoy 3 year has been moved to my top shelf.
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