The Bacardi Reserva Ocho Sherry Cask Finish has been unveiled by the rum brand as its first of a new annual collection that will provide consumers with an elevated spirit to try out. The spirit has been finished in aged in American oak barrels for a period of eight to 12 years before being finished in an oloroso Sherry cask for over two months. This helps to impart a smooth, velvety texture on the palate and calls to mind Spain, which is the home country of the brand's founder Don Facundo Bacardi Massó.
Vice President for Bacardi in North America Lisa Pfenning spoke on the new Bacardi Reserva Ocho Sherry Cask Finish saying, "This is our first innovation for the premium range since the portfolio first launched in 2018, and we are excited to introduce four more innovations over the course of the next four years."
Premium Cask-Finished Rums
The Bacardi Reserva Ocho Sherry Cask Finish is Smooth and Flavorful
Trend Themes
1. Premium Cask-finished Spirits - The trend of finishing aged spirits in different casks adds complexity to the flavor profile and offers a new product line for distilleries to innovate.
2. Annual Spirit Collections - Releasing a new, limited edition collection annually creates excitement and exclusivity around a brand's product line.
3. Flavor and Texture Innovation - Experimenting with cask finishes and using unique ingredients can create new and interesting flavor and texture profiles for spirits.
Industry Implications
1. Distilleries - Distilleries can create new product lines and limited edition collections through experimenting with cask finishes and unique ingredients.
2. Alcohol Retail - Annual limited edition collections can drive traffic and sales to alcohol retail stores.
3. Hospitality - Bars and restaurants can offer unique and exclusive spirits to attract customers and increase profit margin.