Barbancourt 5 Star 8 Year Rum

I've been trying a variety of aged rums to drink straight, but mostly used in cocktails. From seeing Barbancourt 4yr & 8yr recommended often from a few of the cocktail sites I use, I chose this 8yr because reviews said it has a more complex flavor than the 4yr. I've found that it works well in the Tailor of Panama cocktail, and a Près Du Quai which is a riff on the Vieux Carré, with Bourbon instead of Rye whiskey & Aged rum instead of Cognac. I was also interested in what Haitian rum tasted like compared to other countries' rum. It's a little on the dry oak side of the rum spectrum for me, which is good for balance in a drink when using sweeteners & liqueurs. I would recommend it depending on the price.

Not to good for my taste buds.