Guatemala Rum Classic Range (Berry Bros & Rudd)

Volume: 0.7 litres | Alcohol content: 40.5% | Chill filtration: Yes | Colouring: No

Special Features:

This rum brings together Guatemalan origins and cask selection by the London merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd. Both distillation and maturation take place in Guatemala. Within the Classic Range, it sits alongside rums from other origins and various whisky styles, offering a way to explore distinctive regional characters.

Its character rests on the contrast between fragrant tropical fruit, sandalwood and a clear sugar-cane flavour on the palate. Dry and honeyed notes meet in the finish. The rum is offered at 40.5% in a 0.7-litre bottle and also lends itself to cocktails such as a Mojito.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: The nose is restrained, with tropical fruit and fragrant sandalwood. Baklava, a note reminiscent of crepe bandages and an impression of slightly underbaked arrowroot biscuits add further detail. A hint of curry leaf rounds out the bouquet.
• Palate: Sugar cane shapes the flavour on the palate. Given a little time, a lively character unfolds.
• Finish: The lingering finish feels dense yet pleasantly dry. Sugar-cane honey envelops the woody notes.

Distillery/Bottler:

Berry Bros. & Rudd began as a London grocery shop: in 1698, the widow Bourne opened a shop at No.3 St James’s Street selling goods such as tea, spices and coffee. That business developed into the wine and spirits merchant that remains family-run and still operates at the same address today.

Berry Bros. & Rudd’s history of bottling spirits under its own name dates back to the early 19th century. When making its selections, the team assesses casks through tasting and seeks out distinctive regional and aromatic profiles. The Classic Range makes these selections accessible across different styles of whisky and rum.

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