Samaroli – 1998 Guadeloupe Rum 2016 Edition (Distilled in 1998, Bottled in 2016, Selected Cask # 54, 320 Bottles, 45% ABV)
$289.99
Our annual flying visit to the French overseas territories Known as the Island of Beautiful Waters in pre-Columbian times, this small strip of land nestled in the Atlantic first attracted the Spanish, the French, the English… then for a period was even promised to Sweden. This chaotic past is evident in its rums, which are less Caribbean in nature, more European. Elegant, mellow, with a blue soul, a little pained.
Like a proud lament, the bouquet permeates initially, with tones of chocolate, black cherry, almond and dried fruit. Of course pausing for a moment triggers other scents, maple syrup, berries and menthol.
The enveloping palate brings hints of balsamic, but the prevailing sensation is one of tobacco, vanilla and licorice. Full of rhythm. A spirit of which we will never tire; complex and satisfying, it stimulates our imagination and provokes our curiosity.
Bottled in Scotland in 2016. 1998 Guadeloupe Bellevue (BR – Column Still – Molasses). Selected Cask # 54. Just 320 bottles have been produced. 45% ABV (90 Proof).
In stock (can be backordered)
