The Botucal 2005 Single Vintage Sherry Cask Finish is a premium rum distilled at the DUSA distillery in Venezuela. Released a year after its predecessor, the 2004 vintage, this exclusive edition offers a rich and highly aromatic profile. Limited to just 4,000 bottles, this limited-edition rum is characterized by its fine nuances of dark chocolate and tropical fruits, complemented by spicy notes and delicate roasted aromas. With an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43% and presented in a 700 ml bottle, it promises a long-lasting and convincing finish. Best enjoyed neat, the Botucal 2005 Single Vintage unfolds its unique character in a perfect manner. Botucal, known as Diplomatico in some countries, derives its name from the local word "Botuka," meaning "green hill," referring to the hill in front of the DUSA distillery, part of the Terepaima National Park. The name also signifies the agricultural estate where some of the sugarcane used in Botucal rum production is cultivated. The rum’s fragrance is complex, featuring clear barrel character and hints of muscovado sugar, raisins, arrack, marzipan, dark chocolate, orange, and vanilla. On the palate, it’s equally complex with notes of raisins, muscovado sugar, orange, chocolate, arrack, nuts, cinnamon, sherry, and vanilla fudge. The medium-long finish offers similar profiles, making it a highly balanced sipping rum.
This rum is unique due to its rich, aromatic profile with fine nuances of dark chocolate and tropical fruits, and its delicate roasted aromas. It is also limited to only 4,000 bottles, making it a rare find.
Botucal rum is produced at the DUSA distillery in Venezuela, located near the Terepaima National Park.
Botucal is derived from the local word "Botuka," meaning "green hill," referring to the hill in front of the DUSA distillery.
Overall: The rum offers a complex and balanced profile, showcasing notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sherry, and chocolate, with a sweet and spicy finish.
Tasting the Botucal 2005 side by side with the 2004 vintage, I found this release slightly less sweet but a bit thinner in texture. The fragrance is complex with clear barrel character, and the taste is equally rich with notes of muscovado sugar, raisins, and dark chocolate. The sherry finish is dominant, making it appealing to whisky lovers as well. A well-balanced rum with a harmonious blend of flavors, it's a delightful sipping experience.
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