Pyrat XO Reserve is a smooth, citrus-forward Caribbean rum that’s easy to love and easy to recommend, which is exactly why it has a spot on the shelf at Camp West in West Seattle. With its signature burst of orange peel and warm spice, this aged blend bridges the gap between a casual sipper and something a little dressed up. It fits right into the unpretentious, welcoming feel of our cabin-inspired bar in the Junction.
About the Distillery
Pyrat is an ultra-premium rum brand associated with the team that created Patrón. The brand sources and blends aged Caribbean rums, then matures the blend in used American oak barrels for added richness and roundness. The focus has always been on an approachable, polished house style rather than raw, funky intensity.
Style & Region
Pyrat XO Reserve is a blend of aged Caribbean rums. It carries an amber-to-dark-amber color and a medium body, with the brand’s hallmark bright orange-citrus signature running through it. It sits firmly in the smooth, easy-sipping side of the rum world.
Tasting Notes
The nose leads with orange peel alongside caramel, honey, and molasses. On the palate it’s soft and slightly sweet, with candied citrus, a hint of orange liqueur, and gentle spice. The finish carries lingering notes of ginger and cinnamon, staying smooth and rounded throughout.
How to Enjoy It at Camp West
Pyrat XO Reserve is lovely neat or on a single rock, where its citrus and spice get room to breathe. It also plays nicely in a stirred rum cocktail or a simple highball when you want something brighter than a typical dark rum. A pour runs $9. Tell our bartenders what you’re in the mood for and they’ll point you the right way.
FAQ
Is Pyrat a sweet rum?
It reads as soft and slightly sweet with a strong orange-citrus character, making it very approachable, though it’s meant to be enjoyed as a sipping rum rather than a dessert.
What does the “XO” mean?
XO signals an extra-aged reserve expression in Pyrat’s lineup, reflecting a blend of older Caribbean rums.
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