Cihuatan Indigo is an 8-year-old rum from the Licorera Cihuatan distillery in El Salvador, crafted from molasses using a column still and aged in bourbon barrels. This rum greets you with a delightful aroma of biscuits, hazelnuts, sweetness, vanilla, and a hint of citrus. On the palate, it unfolds flavors of vanilla, milk chocolate, hazelnut, wood, creaminess, and a touch of zest, complemented by a smooth texture and a harmonious, subtly smoky finish.
The bottle features an elegant indigo blue label, inspired by the sacred color of Tlaloc, the Maya god of rain, symbolizing the connection between the rum and the land where it is produced. The illustration of Tlaloc on the label pays homage to the rich cultural heritage of the region and Maya mythology.
Cihuatan Indigo rum is celebrated for its appealing flavor profile, versatility, and excellent value for money, making it a popular choice among rum enthusiasts. Its balanced complexity and smooth character make it a crowd-pleasing spirit suitable for various occasions and preferences.
The Cihuatan distillery, located in the Cihuatan Valley, upholds high-quality standards by controlling every step of the rum-making process, from cultivating the sugarcane to aging and bottling. Under the guidance of Master Blender Gabriella Ayala, the team at Cihuatan crafts a bold, artisanal, and skillfully made product that embodies the essence of El Salvador's rum-making traditions.
In summary, Cihuatan Indigo is an 8-year-old molasses rum from El Salvador, aged in bourbon barrels and characterized by its indigo blue label, inspired by the Maya god of rain, Tlaloc. This rum offers a harmonious blend of flavors and aromas, making it a well-rounded and approachable spirit for various tastes and occasions.
The primary aromas include biscuits, vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, and marzipan.
You can expect flavors of creamy roasted almonds, vanilla, chocolate, hazelnut, and a cookie-like taste.
The finish is characterized by notes of vanilla, hazelnut, dark chocolate, and meringue.
The ABV (alcohol by volume) is 40%.
The bottle size is 700 ml.
Gabriella Ayala is the Master Blender behind Cihuatan Indigo 8yo.
The indigo blue label is inspired by Tlaloc, the Maya god of rain, representing the connection between the rum and its land of origin.
Reviewers generally find Cihuatan Indigo 8yo to be an excellent value for money, often describing it as a "crowd pleaser" with a pleasant, sweet taste. The rum is noted for its flavors of chocolate, vanilla, cream, and nougat, but some mention that it lacks complexity and has a shorter finish. Despite this, it is still regarded as a very approachable and versatile rum, suitable for sipping neat or mixing in cocktails. Its pleasing aroma and taste make it a popular choice among both novice and experienced rum drinkers.
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