The La Favorite 2018 La Digue rum is a unique and exceptional product from the renowned La Favorite distillery. This exquisite rum is crafted from vesou that is thick, cloudy, and has undergone a beneficial fermentation process, imparting earthy and truffle notes. The distillery's signature pepper flavor soon follows, blending seamlessly into the profile. Aeration enhances the aromatic experience, unveiling powerful citrus notes and fragrant pepper.
The initial taste is spectacular, with the rum exploding and shining brightly, revealing fresh pepper and a cane that is both rich and mineral. The sensation is intense and savory, combining roundness with a powerful aroma. Fruits and spices meld together as the rum becomes increasingly smooth and delightful.
This rum is made from the B59.566 cane variety, grown near the distillery in the Lamentin area of the island's center. Harvested in July 2018 from the Bel'air plot, which is dedicated to red cane, this limited edition of 7,000 numbered and wax-sealed bottles was born. The La Digue plot, located behind the distillery next to a river, spans 3 hectares and exclusively produces this exceptional rum.
The La Favorite distillery is celebrated for its traditional methods and high-quality products. This rum stands as a testament to their craft, making it a must-try for rum enthusiasts and collectors alike.
The ABV of La Favorite 2018 La Digue is 52%.
This limited edition consists of 7,000 individually numbered and wax-sealed bottles.
The unique fermentation process, the use of B59.566 cane from the Lamentin area, and the traditional methods of La Favorite distillery contribute to its distinct flavor profile, featuring earthy, truffle, and pepper notes with vibrant citrus and herbal undertones.
Yes, La Favorite 2018 La Digue can be enjoyed neat as both an aperitif and a digestive.
Reviewers have highlighted the high quality of La Favorite rums, particularly the 2018 La Digue. They appreciate the rum's true Agricole flavors, featuring fresh grass, light fruitiness, spice, cane, and licorice with a peppery edge. The long, warm, and spicy finish has been noted as particularly enjoyable. The price-to-quality ratio is considered excellent, and many look forward to future releases. The rum's aroma is fresh, focusing on freshly cut and sweet cane, with intense flavor integration and notes of pepper, earth, citrus, and moist wood. The rum's vegetal and spicy character is also highly praised, making it a favorite among enthusiasts.
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