Ron Abuelo Rum Anejo 12 Anos is a Brown rum distilled from fermented molasses. Aged 12 years in used whisky and bourbon barrels. Vanilla, toffee and baked fruit in the body lead to a smooth, drier smoky finish than their 7 year old. The elegance of Panama in a bottle. A 12 year old dark rum from Ron Abuelo of Panama. They age their rum in whiskey barrels, which adds a distinct vanilla sweetnses. This 12 year old was launched in 2009, and is elegant, slightly smoky and rich. It was awarded a Gold at the 2009 Ministry of Rum Tasting Competition. Sweet and sippable, this nut-brown spirit has complex, rich flavors and a soft feel. The aroma is dark and somewhat boozy, with notes of dried fruit and burnt toffee. On the palate, look for creamy vanilla, cinnamon, clove and mocha flavors, with a lovely rounded finish.