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Dzama Arrange Vanilla PockPock Kaki 0.5L 25% Barrels for storage These barrels used for flavoring come from the Chivas Brothers Disitllery. They are oak barrels, either made of Spanish or American wood. For some special rums, Dzama even uses French Limousin oak barrels. In order not to have to accept any loss of flavor in the white rum, the barrels for these varieties are washed with citrus water. This way, they later have light citrus aromas in the background. Vanilla and Pock Pock Kaki Once again, a special flavoring has been used. This time, vanilla and physalis were used. The physalis has a very intense and sweet-sour aroma. This is wonderfully complemented by the sweet aroma of the vanilla and the spicy notes that are already contained in the rum.

Dzama Arrange Vanilla Mandarin Baie Rose 0.5L 25% What makes this rum so special? We think the location alone speaks for itself. Who wouldn't want to long for white sandy beaches when taking a sip of fine rum? The climate there offers the best conditions for growing the sugar cane required. This creates a wonderful cycle: the plants release essential oils into the soil and thus into the groundwater, which then returns to the plants through irrigation and enhances the aromas of the plants. Various spices from the islands such as the ylang-ylang vine, special citrus varieties or even Madagascar vanilla also play an important role in the special taste. What other flavor combinations can Dzama think of for the Arrange range? How about vanilla, mandarin and rosé pepper? Admittedly, it sounds very daring when you read this for the first time. But when you taste it, this idea is quickly dispelled. First, the notes of vanilla come through clearly, quickly joined by the fresh, fruity-sweet aromas of the mandarins. Only in the finish do the spicy notes of the rosé pepper berries appear very slightly in the background. Here, too, the individual components of the aromatization can be found in the bottle.

Dzama Arrange Leetche 0.5L 25% Rum from Madagascar With a new 'Arrange' range, Dzama has managed to further refine the taste of its already special rum. In the series, distillers combine the rum with various spices or fruits from Madagascar itself or from another tropical region. With a very specific bottling, they really dared to do something: They mean the Arrange Leetche. Some people love the pink, spiky fruits that are usually available in supermarkets in this country during the winter months, but just as many hate this strange fruit. Despite these contradictions, Dzama has managed to combine the unmistakable aroma of the lychee with its rum in such a way that it is really not too dominant. The rum has a great balance between hearty fruit notes and pleasant sweetness. Before serving, it is a good idea to freeze the rum so that its aromas can develop best

Dzama Arrange Gingembre 0.5L 25% The ginger pickled in the rum gives the rum a distinct spiciness. The nose is surprised by the freshness and spiciness at the same time, but the ginger is not yet clearly recognizable. On the palate, surprisingly, there are round, sweet notes at first. But then the aroma of fresh, raw ginger quickly emerges. The rum exudes a pleasant warmth that spreads throughout the body. Here, too, there are pickled pieces of fresh ginger in the bottle, as we already know from other Dzama products, e.g. with lemongrass.

Dzama Arrange Ecorce d'Orange Cannelle 0.5L 25% Dzama Rum In 1980, Lucien Fohine and his Malagasy wife founded a small spirits distillery on the island of Nosy Be in Madagascar. They initially started bottling whisky. However, they quickly realized that the empty barrels were ideal for maturing rum. In 1984, after the rum's increasing success, production was moved to the capital of Madagascar, Antananarivo. What started small quickly developed a good reputation and today the company accounts for around 60% of the spirits market on the entire island. Arrange Ecorce dOrange Cannelle The scent of cinnamon is clearly present on both the nose and the palate. Candied orange aromas support this.

Dzama Arrange Citronnelle 0.5L 25% Rum from Madagascar Madagascar is probably not associated with rum, but high-quality premium rum is also produced here. There are even sugar cane plantations on site. The special feature of the rum is that it is matured in French Limousin barrels, which gives the rum a unique taste. Dzamandzar can also do without artificial flavorings and to support this even more clearly, there are whole lemongrass stalks in the bottle. Fresh, lemony, exotic notes complement the fine taste of the white rum.

Brugal Ron 1888 Gran Reserva Familiar Doblemente Anejado 0.7L 40% Brugal Rum Rum from the Dominican Republic is hardly a rarity, but smaller companies still manage to develop a class of their own and stand out from the standard varieties and quality. Rum from the 'Brugal' distillery is one of these special products. Although the brand is one of the top brands in the country and you might think that the focus here is more on quantity than quality, you are wrong. Some of the distillery's special vintage bottlings are aimed particularly at connoisseurs and collectors and are not really for the general public. The premium rum was distilled twice and went through the first phase of maturation in former bourbon barrels, where the rum matures for a good eight years. This is followed by a second maturation phase, the finish, of up to six years in former Spanish sherry barrels. The finish in the sherry barrels can create a fine, sweet aroma which, in addition to the sweetness of the sherry, also reveals the aroma of various fruits. When you open the bottle, the nose initially reveals notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, vanilla and dried fruit. On the palate, the Brugal 1888 then unfolds its full aroma. In addition to toffee, there are notes of cocoa, red fruits, a hint of vanilla and the notes of raisins and dates resulting from maturation in bourbon barrels.

Plantation Rum One Time Limited Edition Jamaica Clarendon MSP 2007 0.7L 48.4% One Time Series - Jamaica 2007/2022 The current bottling of the 'One Time Edition' was produced in 2007 in the Clarendon Distillery and has now been finally bottled after an impressive maturation period of 15 years. During this time it matured in different barrels, initially for a good 13 years in large, 200L American bourbon barrels, and then for the last 2 years in former 350L cognac barrels. Jamaican flair The aroma on the nose is described with intense, tropical notes reminiscent of guava, melon and toasted wood. But orange, allspice and ginger as well as a hint of sea air are also recognizable. On the palate there is a very rich fruit aroma, wood aroma, vanilla and the aroma of baked apples. The finish is long and has notes of coconut, oak and various spices.

Appleton Estate Signature Blend Jamaica Rum 1.0L 40% Appleton Estate The very well-known rum brand from Jamaica produces high-quality rum. This begins with the cultivation of the sugar cane, which forms the basis. This sugar cane is still grown independently by the company today, so that the entire process is kept in view, from cultivation to storage to bottling. Signature Blend The signature blend of the Jamaican distillery is a blend that consists of up to 15 different distillates, which also have different degrees of maturity. These basic products, some of which are very different in themselves, come together harmoniously in the signature blend and result in a multifaceted, fruity taste experience.

Appleton Estate 8 Year Reserve Blend Jamaica Rum 0.7L 43% Fine Jamaican rum If you are interested in classic rum from Jamaica, there is no way around products from Appleton Estate. The company, which has been famous on the island for centuries, produces everything in-house, from sugar cane to the finished rum. 8YO Reserve Blend The 8-year-old reserve blend consists of molasses rum that has been aged for six to eight years and matures in oak barrels in a tropical climate. After opening the bottle, the notes are initially reminiscent of various herbs, which then develop predominantly into citrus notes on the palate, which are only casually accompanied by oak notes and various spices. A little vanilla and notes of caramel are more subdued.

Appleton Estate Rare Cask 12 Years Jamaica Rum 1.0L 43% Appleton Estaste One of the best known rum producers and sugar cane producers in Jamaica is the Appleton Estate distillery. Its history goes back to 1749. The sugar cane plantations of that time are still part of the company today, which is what makes the distillery so special, because where else can you find companies today that carry out every single step themselves, from cultivation to bottling? Rare Cask 12 Years The fact that the 12-year-old Rare Cask has been aged in barrels for many years is hardly noticeable in the 12-year-old Rare Cask, as it is pleasantly mild and initially suggests a somewhat younger rum. In terms of taste, however, it has a lot to offer and could be an interesting product, especially for beginners in the rum sector. Master blender Jay Spence has created a multifaceted rum whose aromas are mainly fruity, such as orange and dried fruit, and various spices as well as tobacco and leather notes.

Two Drifters Signature Rum 0.7L 40% Two Drifters Story The Two Drifters distillery was founded by the married couple Russ and Gemma Wakeham from Devon. Both have always been interested in spirits and so it happened that rum in particular has always played a major role in the lives of the Wakehams. On their first date, the two met for a rum tasting and rum was also the focus of their honeymoon. So the idea was turned into reality in 2019. In addition to excellent rum, there was something else that should be at the forefront for the Wakehams: a constant desire for improvement, the pursuit of perfection and the search for the latest, improved sustainable technologies in order to keep the world's CO2 footprint as small as possible. Signature Rum According to the manufacturer, the signature rum is a full-bodied, buttery rum with rich syrupy notes, the aroma of toffee and a spice of fresh ginger, accompanied by the malty aroma of muscovado sugar. We think that with all these aromas, the signature rum seduces the senses and pampers the palate from the first to the last sip.

Two Drifters Overproof Spiced Pineapple 0.7L 60% Low Co2 foodprint The 'green footprint' is particularly important for the Two Drifters company. Of course, all of the distillery's equipment runs on electricity, but it is important to the company that the energy supply comes from renewable energies, which reduces the Co2 footprint by around 1/3 compared to other distilleries. The production of Two Drifters Rum It is also important at Two Drifters to have control over every single production process. First, a mixture is made that is based on a certain percentage of 'dunder' from the last fermentation. Molasses, yeast, water and certain nutrients are added and this mixture is then fermented for seven days. This is followed by triple distillation, followed by dilution to drinking strength with purified Devon water. Overproof Spiced Pineapple The Overproof Spiced Pineapple rum, which is made from rum, tastes exactly what the name suggests. Juicy, sweet pineapple clearly plays the main role here and is accompanied by subtle spice notes such as cinnamon and pepper. Other notes of vanilla and salted caramel can be detected in the background.

Two Drifters Pure White Rum 0.7L 40% The distillery The distillery, which is housed in an aircraft hangar, is located near Exeter Airport. It all started with a brewery and then gradually with a distillery. However, after demand for rum increased so much, it was decided to convert the entire operation to meet the demand. In figures, rum production rose from around 80 bottles per week to over 2,000 bottles per week. The special thing about the rum from the Two Drifters distillery: When producing the base alcohol, the molasses is mixed with a certain amount of dunder from the previous run. This is an old Jamaican tradition in rum production and gives the rum a special character. Pure White Rum The 'Pure White Rum' from the Two Drifters distillery is full of seductive fruit aromas. Crisp apple and lime are clearly recognizable, accompanied by other tropical fruits. Floral nuances and a certain spiciness of white pepper are also noticeable.

Two Drifters Lightly Spiced 0.7L 40% Two Drifters Rum Distillery Unlike the majority of British 'rum distilleries', which buy rum from the Caribbean or South America and then blend or bottle it, the Two Drifters distillery produces its own rum. This means Two Drifters can guarantee complete control over the production process - from growing the sugar cane and delivering the molasses to the finished product. Particular emphasis is also placed on triple distillation, which produces a much softer, more flavorful rum. Lightly Spiced The 'Lightly Spiced' version of the Two Drifters Rum promises, as the name might suggest, a lightly spiced rum. In addition to vanilla, spices such as cloves, star anise and cardamom as well as pepper provide a light chai tea flavor.

Bacardi Carta Negra 0.7L 37.5% Bacardi Rum Carta Negra is an aromatic blend of selected individual rums and has been filtered through charcoal to achieve an extra smooth mouthfeel. Bacardi Rum Black is stored for up to 4 years in burnt oak barrels and is suitable for pure enjoyment or as an addition to a variety of cocktails and long drinks.

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Michlers Old Bert Winter Spiced 0.7L 40% Albert Michler Distillery The distillery, founded in 1863 in Silesia (now the Czech Republic), is the oldest in the former Austro-Hungarian monarchy. The Buchsdorf area was deliberately chosen as the location for the founding because it was known that the surrounding land was rich in water and offered a variety of herbs and spices. The first product that made the Michler family famous was the 'Original Buchsdorfer Magenbitter'. At the beginning of the company's history they were also suppliers to the imperial court and the navy. Old Bert Winter Spiced The Michler Distillery is now presenting the 'Old Bert Winter Spiced' as a limited winter edition. This is a spiced rum that uses the spices of the Christmas season. In addition to orange and Persian lime, the aromas include vanilla and cardamom as well as ginger and chili for a certain spice.

Plantation Stiggins Fancy Pineapple Smoky Formula 0.7L 40% Production of the Stiggins Fancy Pineapple Smoky Formula Firstly, the Stiggins Fancy Pineapple Smoky Formula is produced in the same way as the original Pineapple, i.e. Original Dark Plantation Rum is mixed with the pulp of juicy pineapple to form the so-called 'infusion'. The pineapple peels are also used; they are marinated in the Plantation 3 Stars white rum and after a certain time distilled again in the Ferrand copper pot stills. Finally, the infusion is blended with the distillate and matured for four to six months in 'Teeling peated whisky casks'. Teeling is a newly opened whisky distillery in Dublin with which Maison Ferrand maintains good contacts and with which they have already cooperated on one or two Plantation rums. Taste Here you can look forward to a super fruity, rich rum through and through. On the palate there is an explosion of taste from tropical fruits. Citrus notes in the background are accompanied by light peat smoke notes. A very harmonious rum, which develops an intense smoky note in the finish.

Takamaka Zannannan (pineapple) 0.7L 25% Liqueur range In addition to the already well-known Koko rum liqueur from Takamaka, the liqueur range has now been expanded to include another member. What other representative could provide Caribbean flair besides coconut? Exactly, pineapple! The newest member is the pineapple liqueur, or as the locals say 'Takamaka Zannannan'.The distillery states that white rum that has matured for 12 months forms the basis here. This is refined with fresh pineapple juice and then not only brought to drinking strength with sugar water, but also transformed into a liqueur.

Takamaka Rum Blanc (White) 0.7L 40,2% The history of Takamaka Rum Good rum comes from Jamaica, Guyana or Cuba. That is the general tenor. However, it is often forgotten that excellent quality rum is also produced in countries such as India, the Canary Islands and Mexico. Even Africa produces noteworthy rum. One of these is Takamaka Bay Rum White, which is produced in the Seychelles. The distillery "The Trois Freres Distillery", which produces Takamaka Rum White, was founded in 2002 by the brothers Bernard and Richard d'Offay. At the time, the brothers had the vision of being able to offer the people of the Seychelles a high-quality regional rum. From the very beginning, it was very important to the founders that the taste of the islanders was really met. For this reason, she developed the Takamaka Bay Rum White together with them and all suggestions and criticism from consumers were taken into account during the production process. The production of Takamaka Rum Blanc The sugar cane for the production of Takamaka Rum White is carefully selected and comes from the Seychelles island of Mahé. Because of its unique soil with granite stone, the "terroir" of this sugar cane can be tasted particularly well. After the sugar cane has been pressed, the juice obtained is fermented for four to five days. Takamaka Rum White therefore falls into the category of "Rhum Agricole" and is not made from molasses like many industrial rums. After fermentation, the basic product for Takamaka Rum White is distilled in a pot or alembic still. This is followed by a second and third distillation in copper column stills, which give Takamaka Rum White its individual character. This is followed by maturation in stainless steel tanks. The taste of Takamaka Rum White The Takamaka Rum White is a classic mixed rum that is suitable for use in a variety of cocktails and long drinks. The bouquet of the Takamaka Rum White is very clear and fresh and clearly shows the aromas of fresh sugar cane. The Takamaka Rum White is also very refreshing on the palate and shows light fruit nuances such as pineapple and mango. The aftertaste is medium-length and shows the full power of the Takamaka Rum White. Overall, the Takamaka Rum White is a very nice rum that can of course also be enjoyed neat, but only finds its true greatness in Daiquiri, Long Island Iced Tea, Cuba Libre, Pina Colada or Mojito! In conclusion, it must be said that the d'Offay brothers have done a great job with the

La Favorite Rhum Agricole Hors d'age la Reserve du Chateau 2002 0.7L 41.2% Distillerie La Favorite The distillery based on the island of Martinique is, along with the Neisson distillery, one of the last independent distilleries on the island. The distillery was founded in 1842 under the name 'Les Jambettes' from the remains of an old sugar refinery. It has only been operating under the name 'La Favorite' since 1851. Hors d'age la Reserve du chateau 2002 By blending different barrels, the contents of which were stored in both French and American oak barrels, the Rhum Agricole Hors d'age la Reserve du Chateau 2002 has a very complex character. The different rums were distilled in 2002 and finally bottled at cask strength in 2020. This is a strictly limited bottling, limited to around 10,000 bottles. The taste profile has an elegant and complex structure accompanied by fruity notes. A certain spiciness rounds off the taste.

Long Pond 2007 Teca Rum 0.7L 63% Long Pond History You could say that Long Pond is the Jamaican mirror image of the Diamond Distillery in Guyana. In the course of the distillery's history, they have taken over a variety of distilleries or at least their distillery equipment and thus also a variety of rum styles, which they have retained to this day. These different styles are referred to at Long Pond as so-called 'Marks', which stand out clearly from the more publicly known general Marks for Jamaican rum, they are divided more finely in terms of ester content. Long Pond 2007/2019 - 12 year old TECA Jamaica Pure Single Rum This is a rum from the independent bottler 'Velier'. The rum was produced in Jamaica, where it was also allowed to mature for 12 years in American white oak barrels after distillation. The tropical climate has favored both the taste and the color. The TECA has an ester level of 1200-1300 gr/hlpa.

La Favorite Rhum Agricole Vieux Privilege pour Lulu 0.7L 41.3% La Favorite- Martinique La Favorite is the most special rum distillery still to be found on the Caribbean island of Martinique. It has been operated with the same steam engine since 1906. The distillery has always been a family business; since 1905 it has been owned by the Dormoy family, who converted the distillery into an agricultural rum distillery, but it is still one of the most traditional on the entire island. The new La Favorite is a homage to grandmother Lucienne Dormoy, known as Lulu, who ran the distillery with her husband André for more than 50 years. A special edition is now being dedicated to her on the occasion of her 100th birthday. The result is a full-bodied cuvée made from five vintages and includes a 2000, a 2001, a 2002, a 2009 and a 2010. Tasting The La Favorite character is immediately apparent on the nose. Exotic, candied fruits, especially banana, are in the foreground, accompanied by a subtle cigar note. On the palate, an astonishingly soft rum, despite an impressive 45% ABV. Here, it is mainly oak, mocha and tobacco notes that are in the foreground, but the already familiar fruit aromas are also present.