Taste: The entry is clean and citrus-forward

Aged cheeses like Comté echo the spirit's toasty richness

It earned a rating in Wine Enthusiast's Superlative tier (96–100 points)

Yes — the XO classification indicates the youngest eaux-de-vie in the blend has aged at least ten years

The overall impression is smooth and slightly sweet without excessive heat

Appleton Estate Reserve Blend 750ML other-rum Taste: The entry is cleanAppleton Estate Reserve Blend 750ML is a Jamaican rum bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), blending 20 individually aged pot and column still rums with a minimum maturation of eight years. Rated 96100 points by Wine Enthusiast, this expression stands as one of the highest scoring rums in its price tier a rare achievement for an aged blend at this level of accessibility. Quick Facts: ABV: 40% Origin: Nassau Valley, Jamaica Minimum 8 Years Aged Distillery: