Barrel Aged Florida Rum

Our Barrel Aged Rum starts with our Florida Rum base, produced using local ingredients and distilled on site at Timber Creek Distillery. We then age the rum in charred Missouri oak barrels, allowing time, temperature, and wood contact to shape the spirit naturally. Specifically, we use previously used whiskey barrels, which introduce subtle crossover character without overwhelming the rum itself.

As the rum ages, oak contact contributes caramel, vanilla, and structured wood notes while the spirit mellows and integrates. Using previously used whiskey barrels adds a restrained layer of flavor drawn from prior fills, which helps balance the wood influence and smooth the final profile. The result is a barrel aged rum that retains its molasses-driven foundation while developing additional depth through controlled aging.

Furthermore, barrel aging softens alcohol edges and brings individual elements together naturally — without filtration or added flavoring. To better understand how barrel aging shapes a spirit over time, see our detailed guide to barrel aging.

What Is a Florida Rum?

A Florida rum reflects both regional ingredients and local production conditions. In practice, this means starting with locally sourced raw materials, using Florida limestone spring water, and allowing the state’s climate to influence the aging process. A few principles define our approach:

• Distilled from 100% local Gulf Coast molasses
• Uses only Florida limestone spring water
• Aged in the heat and humidity of Florida
• Bottled unfiltered to preserve natural flavor and texture

Together, these factors produce a distinctly rich and uniquely Florida rum, shaped by environment as much as by technique. This approach keeps the character of the base spirit intact while allowing barrel influence to remain balanced rather than dominant. For more on how rum is made from the ground up, see our authoritative guide to rum.

If you’d like to taste this rum where we make it, you can book a tasting experience at the distillery. Similarly, our Florida Coffee Rum and Apple Pie Rum build on the same base spirit in different directions.