Twisted Path Distillery: Dark Rum Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA Nose: Inviting notes of vanilla, complemented by a hint of black cherry. Palate: A harmonious blend of black cherry, vanilla, oak, and an herbaceous, sarsaparilla-like hint midpalate. A drying flurry of cayenne and clove adds up to a spicy but lip-smacking finish. Finish: Lingering notes of sweet licorice, nutmeg, and a hint of gunpowder, leaving a satisfying impression. Awards: 2017 Wine Enthusiast: Rated 90 points. Notes: This rum is produced by fermenting premium organic Paraguayan molasses, distilling it slowly in a pot still and aging it in rye whiskey barrels. The result is a full-bodied rum w/ an incredibly complex character.