Ron del Barrilito 3-Star is Puerto Ricos classic aged sipping rum rich, smooth, and sherry-influenced. Aged 610 years in Oloroso casks, it shows notes of almonds, raisins, vanilla, bananas, and oak spice. At 43% ABV, its bold yet refined, perfect neat, on the rocks, or as the backbone of elevated rum cocktails.

Origins & Craftsmanship

• Produced at Hacienda Santa Ana by Ron del Barrilito, Puerto Ricos oldest rum brand still in operation (since 1880).

• Blend of rums aged 610 years exclusively in Oloroso sherry-seasoned Spanish oak casks.

• Bottled at 43% ABV (86 proof).

• All-natural production: no artificial colors, flavors, or additives.

Tasting Profile

Sense Notes Appearance Natural dark reddish amber with sherry richness. Nose Almonds, vanilla, raisins, bananas, and warm oak. Palate Sweet molasses, dried fruit, honey, caramel, toasted nuts, with sherry-cask depth and spice. Finish Long and warming, with lingering fruit, oak, and a hint of smokiness.

Quick Overview

Spec Detail Origin Puerto Rico (Hacienda Santa Ana) Aging 610 years in Oloroso sherry casks ABV 43% (86 proof) Style Smooth, sherry-influenced aged rum Best For Sipping neat, on the rocks, or in premium cocktails

Serving Suggestions

• Neat / On the Rocks highlights its sherry-oak elegance.

• Rum Old Fashioned swap bourbon for Barrilito 3-Star for a softer, fruitier version.

• Sherry Rum Daiquiri lime + sugar + 3-Star = tangy, rich, and unique.

• Rum & Cola with Orange Peel a simple long drink where the sherry notes shine.

Cocktails

Rum Old Fashioned

• 2 oz Ron del Barrilito 3-Star

• 1 sugar cube (or oz simple syrup)

• 2 dashes Angostura bitters

• Orange peel, for garnish

Stir with ice, strain over a large cube, garnish with orange peel.

Sherry Rum Daiquiri

• 2 oz Ron del Barrilito 3-Star

• 1 oz fresh lime juice

• oz simple syrup

Shake with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with a lime wheel.

Barrilito & Cola

• 2 oz Ron del Barrilito 3-Star

• 4 oz cola

• Orange peel or wedge

Build in a highball glass over ice, stir gently, garnish with orange.

Caribbean Coffee

• 1 oz Ron del Barrilito 3-Star

• 4 oz hot coffee

• oz simple syrup (or brown sugar)

• Whipped cream, for topping

Build in a mug, stir gently, top with whipped cream.

Tropical Manhattan

• 2 oz Ron del Barrilito 3-Star

• 1 oz sweet vermouth

• 2 dashes aromatic bitters

• Orange twist

Stir with ice, strain into a chilled coupe, garnish with orange twist.