A host of new rums have also joined our range this year. We take a moment to highlight 10 new releases not to be overlooked this year.
PLANTERAY BELIZE 2008 15Y48.3°
Collection No. 3 Terravera Belize 2008 - Limited Edition is the result of a careful blend of 19 carefully selected casks from the renowned Travellers Liquors Limited distillery. This special edition embodies a commitment to excellence and craftsmanship. Distilled from molasses and aged for 13 years in bourbon barrels in Belize City, Belize, then aged for 2 years in Ferrand barrels in Javrezac, France, this rum is a captivating expression of craftsmanship.
Nose: The nose reveals rich, complex aromas. Intense notes of fresh sugarcane mingle with hints of vanilla, honey and toasted oak. Subtle notes of tropical fruits and sweet flowers add an exotic aromatic dimension.
Taste: On the palate, "Cantique" offers a rich and profound sensory experience. The palate is engulfed by an explosion of ripe fruit, creamy toffee and toasted nuts. The texture is velvety and smooth, with spicy notes of black pepper and cinnamon gradually developing.
Finish: The aftertaste is long and warm, leaving a pleasant sense of warmth in the throat. The lingering flavours of toasted oak, dried fruit and dark chocolate leave a lasting impression and invite you to enjoy every last sip.
PAPALIN RÉUNION 10Y 50°
Papalin is a project dedicated to rum blends, developed by Luca Gargano. After three editions, the range continues with two new releases: Papalin Haiti 6 ans and Réunion 10 ans. The reason Papalin is called a "bottler dependent on the tropics" is that Velier is the only company that enters into direct partnerships with distilleries for the research and maturation of rum, and thus depends on the distilleries until the product is bottled. In this way, all projects are planned hand-in-hand with the partners in terms of research and maturation, which always take place in the distilleries' official warehouses. This version, aged in French oak barrels, is a blend of different rums. Fully matured in the climate of Réunion Island, the rum invites us to discover a palette of flavours and aromas that move through deeply empirical and deliciously fruity sequences with amazing natural ease. This Papalin Réunion is a blend of 10-year-old
aged traditional molasses rum, 11-year-old grand aroma rum, 12-year-old traditional molasses rum and 15-year-old traditional molasses rum.
Nose: Elegant and complex. From the very first nose, a wonderful succession of orange and chocolate aromas set the tone for a promising tasting. After letting it breathe, very ripe mangoes, mineral notes (slate) and hydrocarbon vapours complement the aromatic palette admirably.
Flavour: Noble and invigorating. On attack, the oranges in the nose release their fresh, tangy juices. The more rooty middle palette (ginger, gentian) is also rich (hot cane sugar). The finish reveals a delicate apricot aspect (spice).
Finish: Long and distinguished. The powdery finish (cocoa, red tea) brings back all the fruit of the nose and palate. Aromas of caramel and oak provide a very consistent mid-palate. The finish is naturally fibrous and vegetal (cane).
PAPA ROUYO 1Y 2022 56.7°HABVEL
PAPA ROUYO 2022 is a bottle from the Habitation Velier range, the result of a collaboration with the Papa Rouyo distillery in Guadeloupe. It is a tribute to Charles Albert Ruscade, nicknamed Papa Rouyo, a former sugar cane planter and farmer, whose great-grandson and two master cane growers founded this micro-distillery. This rum is made from pure sugarcane juice of two varieties: Canne Matos and Canne Rouge. It is the expression of a 4-hectare plot. Distilled in 2022 and aged for 1 year in new French oak and cognac barrels, this release was bottled at full strength at 56.7% and has an ester content of 101.6 g/hLPA. The overall angelic proportion was over 8%.
Nose: Rich and concentrated. Incredibly intense honeysuckle scents emerge on the nose. After aeration, notes of candied ginger and nutmeg accentuate the intoxicating character of the aromatic palette. Sustained aromas of cane sugar and precious woods are revealed.
Flavour: Clean and fresh. In stark contrast to the nose, the attack is vanilla-like and almost milky (yoghurt). Candied citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit) and exotic fruits (pineapple, plantain) provide a rich transition. The finish is slightly fibrous.
Finish: Long and silky. The peachy finish recaptures the candied ginger notes of the nose and develops creamy caramel flavours. The finish stays true to the sugar cane and is refreshed with a very fresh juice.
RICCI VERSEAU 63.6°
Discover VERSEAU, an exceptional rum from Trinidad and Nicaragua, aged for 16 years in bourbon casks, resulting in a perfect marriage of flavour and character. This rum is the result of a collaboration between TDL Distillery in 2008 and Compañera de Licor de Nicaragua in 2004, combining the traditional know-how of these two renowned distilleries.
Nose: Fruity and banquet-like, this rum offers a seductive bouquet of wine peach and delicious chocolate notes.
Flavour: A silky texture envelops the palate, revealing an explosion of fruity flavours such as cherry, blackcurrant and peach. Gradually, warm, gourmet notes emerge, with hints of dark chocolate, burnt sugar and roasted sugar.
Finish: Le VERSEAU offers a memorable aftertaste, with an elegant transition between the two different facets, making for a rich and complex taste experience.
ELIZABETH YARD SHERRY CASK42.5
The Sherry Cask Edition of the Elizabeth Yard rum is an explosive blend of high ester pot still from Ghana, aromatic sugarcane juice from Vietnam, single estate molasses from the Philippines, sherry casks and a masterful combination of rich tropical fruit, luxurious depth and a sizzling warm feel.
Nose: A delicious mix of banana and syrup with notes of creamy boiled confectionery and pineapple.
Mouth: Syrup and marzipan mingle with a strong note of demerara sugar and a hint of candyfloss. Interrupted by classic sherry aromas of sultanas and sticky toffee finished with hints of savoury spices.
Finish: Sustained creamy caramel fudge and biscuits with a hint of chocolate.
RICCI POISSON 62.8°
Discover POISSON, an exceptional rum from Guyana, aged for 12 years at Diamond Distillery, where it was carefully distilled in an Uitvlugt Still - Column Savalle still. Fully matured in bourbon casks, this rum offers an incomparable taste experience, capturing the essence of its terroir of origin.
Nose: Be seduced by an elegant nose, where delicate aromas of white flowers blend harmoniously with herbal and honey notes, creating an enchanting bouquet.
Flavour: On the palate, FISH reveals all its complexity with a broad, well-balanced range of aromas. A lively, lemony onset creates a delicious flavour. A lively, lemony onset gives way to notes of walnut, while exotic flavours such as passion fruit and papaya complete this symphony of flavours.
Finish: The aftertaste of POISSON is both floral and slightly camphorous, offering a subtle conclusion to this unique sensory experience. This rum delicately delivers a melody of aromatic notes, attesting to Diamond Distillery's exceptional expertise.
SPANISH 2007 17Y 46° CAD
Spanish 2007 17y (Cadenhead) is a rum from Spain from the Cadenhead's brand. This rum matured in Bourbon Barrel casks. It is a 70cl version and has an alcohol content of 46%. Spanish 2007 17y (Cadenhead) is bottled by Cadenhead.
Right from the start, you will find quite strong spicy as well as sweet notes in this product. You will notice these flavours immediately and determine your first impression. The floral, as well as fruity flavours are quite present, but do not dominate. They help determine the flavour, profile and character of this drink, but are less decisive than any strong notes.
EPRIS 2011 12Y 51.4° CAD
Epris 2011 12y (Cadenhead) is a rum from Brazil from Cadenhead's brand. This rum matured in Bourbon Barrel casks. It is a 70cl version and has an alcohol content of 51.4%. Epris 2011 12y (Cadenhead) is bottled by Cadenhead.
In this product, you will find quite strong floral as well as spicy notes right from the start. You will notice these flavours immediately and determine your first impression. The sweet flavours are quite present, but do not dominate. They help determine the flavour, profile and character of this drink, but are less decisive than any strong notes. Fruity hints are noticeable, but these flavours are only slightly present. They add extra character and depth to this drink, without really pushing it in any particular direction.
TAKAMAKA LE CLOS NAPA LAZ 53.4
Takamaka Le Clos Napa Laz is an unripened rum from the Trois Frères distillery in the Seychelles. This unique rum is distilled from pure sugarcane from Seychelles, with natural fermentation and pot still distillation. With an alcohol content of 53.4%, this rum offers an intense taste experience with no added sugar, highlighting the pure essence of sugarcane.
Nose :Fresh aromas with grassy notes, a hint of green pepper, bright citrus peel and exotic fruit, with a touch of flint for an earthy depth.
Flavour :Lively flavour with pronounced minerality, assertive round fruit, a touch of salted sourdough bread and a hint of umami.
Finish :Long, with an aftertaste of green pepper and a mineral touch of flint, reminiscent of the first aromas.
RICCI BELIER 56.5°
Immerse yourself in the exotic world of BELIER, an extraordinary rum that combines the soul of Jamaica with the richness of Belize. Aged 14 years in Jamaica and 16 years in Belize in bourbon casks, this rum embodies the perfect alliance between two different terroirs and two complementary distillation methods.
Nose: Be enchanted by an intoxicating aromatic bouquet, in which the exotic aromas of tropical fruits blend with the intoxicating sweetness of vanilla and coconut.
Flavour: An explosion of tropical flavours greets you on the palate, with a harmonious blend of juicy mango and passion fruit, enhanced by hints of vanilla and candied coconut. The whole is both spicy and delicious, offering a fine concentration of flavours.
Finish: BELIER's aftertaste is an unforgettable sensory experience, with a full-bodied woody texture that balances it perfectly and adds even more character to this exceptional rum. This drink is a real hit, capturing the spirit of the Caribbean with finesse and elegance.
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