The Karukera 2016 Double Distillate is a unique and limited edition rum that masterfully blends molasses and pure cane juice. Released in 2021, this exclusive bottling is limited to just 2179 bottles. This rum is a bold departure from tradition, combining two distinct types of rum. The molasses rum is aged in American white oak barrels, while the pure cane juice rum is aged in French pedunculate oak barrels. The final marriage of this double distillate took place in 2016 in French oak barrels that previously held cognac.
This exceptional rum is a blend of two vintages, 2008 and 2013, and was meticulously matured in Karukera's cellars at the Marquisat de Sainte-Marie estate. The harmonious combination of molasses aged in American oak and pure cane juice aged in French oak results in a rum that is both balanced and warming.
Bottled brut de fut and without cold filtration, each bottle of Karukera 2016 Double Distillate is individually numbered, making it a rare and highly sought-after rum that promises to please any discerning palate.
The Karukera 2016 Double Distillate was bottled in 2021.
The ABV of the Karukera 2016 Double Distillate is 45.2%.
This rum is available in a 700 ml bottle.
The Karukera 2016 Double Distillate is a limited edition release with only 2179 bottles produced.
This rum is unique due to its blend of molasses and pure cane juice rums, aged in different types of oak barrels and then married in French oak barrels that previously held cognac.
Overall: The Karukera 2016 Double Distillate offers a complex and multifaceted taste experience, characterized by its blend of woody, fruity, and sweet notes, with a distinct Caribbean character.
The Karukera 2016 Double Distillate is highly regarded for its blend of caramel, coconut, and citrus notes that meld seamlessly with leather. Reviewers appreciate the harmonious mix of agricole and molasses rum, and find it very enjoyable to drink, despite a slightly short finish and a price point that some consider too high. Overall, it is described as a dance between worlds, with a unique yet slightly thin profile.
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