La Favorite Coeur de Canne Vieux is a 4-year-old agricultural rum from the Martinique AOC, produced by one of the smallest family-run distilleries on the island. This rum is crafted from pure cane juice, which is pressed using a mythical steam machine, ensuring a smooth and fluid texture with a mellow, evanescent woodiness and a peppery finish. The aging process takes place in French and American oak barrels, resulting in a sophisticated VSOP rum.
The aroma of La Favorite Coeur de Canne Vieux is sweet and generously caramelized, with notes of cedar, incense, and raw exotic wood. On the palate, it showcases a combination of youthful assertiveness and the complexity of aged spirits, featuring sweet notes of vanilla and caramel, grilled banana, and a hint of salt. The finish is long, mild, and woody, providing a well-rounded tasting experience.
La Favorite is one of the last two independent family-run distilleries in Martinique, located in the Lamentin region. This distillery is renowned for its use of a steam machine, manual cane cutting, and ancestral know-how. This 4-year-old rum is a promising addition to the distillery's core range and suits both beginners and connoisseurs alike. It's perfect for sipping neat or for mixing in a variety of cocktails and long drinks. As a Rhum Agricole, made from fermented sugarcane juice, it offers a great alternative to classic Caribbean rum. La Favorite Rhum Agricole Vieux de Cannes 4 Jahre is a high-quality product that belongs to the rare category of AOC-regulated rums from Martinique.
The key aromatic notes include vanilla, salted caramel, grilled banana, roasted notes, and spices.
On the palate, it is spicy with notes of caramel (salted), vanilla, grilled banana, and woody undertones.
The finish is spicy with lingering notes of vanilla and caramel, and it is long and mild with a woody touch.
Yes, this rum is suitable for both beginners and connoisseurs, making it a versatile choice for various types of consumers.
Absolutely, this rum is perfect for sipping neat or for use in a range of cocktails and long drinks.
This rum is the reviewer’s first experience with La Favorite, chosen for its VSOP quality which represents the distillery’s signature style at a reasonable budget. The rum is described as elegant, well-expressing the Martinique style. The woodiness is balanced with a pleasing sweetness, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable rum. The finish is long with slightly toasted oak and fruity or cocoa notes, maintaining a dry profile but with smooth tannins.
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