The Hardy Paille Agricole Rum is a remarkable product from the esteemed Saint James Distillery, which boasts over 250 years of rich history. Located on the idyllic island of Marie-Galante, the distillery produces this fine rum as a tribute to the Hardy family's legacy, dating back to 1830 when they began producing Rhum Tartane. Using sugarcane grown on the Caravelle Peninsula on the Atlantic coast, the cane is processed immediately after harvesting. The rum is distilled in a creole column still and aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels under tropical conditions before being bottled at a robust 45% ABV. This lightly aged Agricole rum offers an intriguing aroma and flavor profile. The oak barrel aging imparts a range of nuanced characteristics, making this Martinique rum a balanced choice among its counterparts. Hardy Rhum Paille is both mixable and enjoyable on its own, presenting a rich and well-balanced flavor that is both powerful and charming. The complexity includes ripe fruit notes accompanied by vanilla, honey, and a touch of spice, with a subtle floral undertone that is characteristic of this product line. Unlike most rums made from molasses, Rhum Agricole is crafted from freshly pressed sugarcane juice, a method rooted in centuries-old tradition and practiced in only a few countries. Hardy Rhum Paille belongs to this rare category, making it a noteworthy addition to any rum connoisseur’s collection. In addition to this light Agricole rum, the Hardy brand also offers high-proof white rum and long-aged dark rum, each showcasing the distillery's commitment to quality and heritage.
Unlike most rums, which are made from molasses, Hardy Paille Agricole is made from freshly pressed sugarcane juice. This method is rare and steeped in tradition, offering a unique flavor profile that is both complex and balanced.
You can expect a mix of ripe fruits, vanilla, honey, and gentle spice, accompanied by a floral undertone. The rum has a fresh, floral taste with notes of sugarcane, pepper, and a medium finish with grassy and nutty components.
This rum can be enjoyed neat, as an aperitif or digestif, or used in cocktails such as Ti-Punch. Its versatility and balanced flavor profile make it suitable for a variety of drinking occasions.
The rum is aged for 12 to 18 months in oak barrels under tropical conditions, which imparts complex flavors and a well-rounded profile.
Gingerbread, citrus, pear, pineapple, sugarcane
Gingerbread, peppery, vegetal, sugarcane, coconut
Grass, sugarcane, walnut
Hardy Paille Agricole offers a complex and well-balanced profile, characterized by sweet and spicy notes with hints of tropical fruits, spices, and earthy tones.
The reviewers praise Hardy Paille Agricole Rum for its inviting aroma, which includes notes of fruit such as pineapple, pear, and citrus. The taste is fresh and floral with hints of sugarcane and a subtle peppery kick. The finish is medium, with sugarcane, grassy, and nutty components lingering on the palate. This rum is versatile enough to be enjoyed as an aperitif, digestif, or in a Ti-Punch cocktail, where its vegetal and vanilla notes shine. Despite a slight astringency, the rum maintains a delicate balance with coconut and gingerbread flavors, offering an authentic and well-rounded experience.
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