The Compagnie des Indes 2008 Caribbean 10yo rum is a delightful expression of the English rum style, boasting an age statement of 10 years and a bottling strength of 43%. This rum is a blend of various distillates from multiple distilleries in the Caribbean, showcasing the unique and complementary characteristics of each component. The brand behind this exquisite blend is Compagnie des Indes, known for its dedication to quality and craftsmanship. Limited to only 400 bottles, this rum is truly a collector's item.
Upon nosing, this rum offers a suave and inviting bouquet, reminiscent of sugarcane, molasses, and pain d'epices. The aroma evokes a comforting image of a cozy fireplace, perfect for sipping on a chilly evening. Spicy notes mingle with warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, alongside tropical aromas like coconut, banana, and hints of dried dates, creating a complex olfactory experience.
As the rum graces your palate, it reveals a velvety texture, with flavors of ripe tropical fruits, enhanced by a subtle rancio note that imparts maturity and elegance. The rancio note is akin to a light nuttiness, reminiscent of grilled nuts and cacao, while the fruits evolve into a decadent, liqueur-like quality. Rich flavors like chocolate, burnt sugar, and spice combine with soft notes of dried dates and banana, creating a complex and rounded taste.
The mid-palate introduces a rich, fruity character, redolent of a luscious compote of baked exotic fruits, intertwined with a delicate coppery undertone. This coppery note lingers, providing a harmonious balance to the fruit-forward profile. The finish is dry and lingering, with hints of cocoa, black pepper, and banana. It is long-lasting, with a touch of sweetness and a lingering warmth that invites another sip.
Overall, this rum is a testament to the art of blending, as it seamlessly merges the diverse elements into a cohesive and satisfying whole. Please note that the label on the bottle may vary, as the number of the cask used in the blending process can differ, resulting in slight variations in the number of bottles produced per cask. This rum truly reflects the golden age of the Navy, offering a complex and delicious sipping experience for the discerning rum enthusiast.
The rum has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 43%.
This limited-edition rum is restricted to only 400 bottles.
Each bottle contains 700 ml of rum.
The rum is a blend from multiple distilleries in the Caribbean region, specifically from Barbados.
The aroma is characterized by warm spices like cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, along with tropical notes like coconut and banana. The taste features rich flavors such as chocolate, burnt sugar, and spice, complemented by dried dates and banana.
Reviewers have praised this rum for its excellent blend, noting how each origin breaks down in both the nose and mouth. Some mentioned that while they felt it lacked a bit of alcohol strength, the blend is very round and peppery, with the Jamaican portion setting the final chord in the finish. Overall, it is regarded as a very satisfying and complex rum.
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