The Plantation 2009 Fiji Islands One Time Limited Edition is a unique rum with a rich history and an exceptional flavor profile. Crafted from molasses using a Pot Still at the South Pacific distillery in Fiji, this rum boasts an ABV of 49.5%. It is a 13-year-old rum, with the initial 10 years spent aging in ex-bourbon barrels in Fiji, followed by an additional 3 years in Ferrand Cognac barrels in France. The final bottling took place in 2022 after carefully selecting 25 of the best barrels and adding a light dosage of 3 grams of sugar per liter.
This rum offers a captivating aroma profile, blending tropical fruit, caramel, ester, caramelized notes, and coconut. On the palate, users will find a symphony of tropical fruits, sweetness, alcohol, vanilla, and spice. The Plantation Fiji One-Time has gained popularity among connoisseurs and experts for its unique character, combining the warmth of the Fiji Islands with the sophistication of French cognac casks.
The rum's origins can be traced back 6,000 years to the Fiji Islands, where sugarcane thrives in the volcanic soil and is an essential part of the local culture. Plantation Rum is renowned for its diverse offerings, including blends, vintage rums, and single cask releases from countries such as Barbados, Jamaica, Panama, Peru, Reunion, and Fiji.
The Plantation Fiji 2009 is the third reference in the Under The Sea collection, offering a particularly rich and complex aroma profile compared to traditional Fijian rums, which are typically blends of column and pot still distilled rums. This rum is a true testament to the craftsmanship and dedication of the artisans at Plantation Rum.
This rum is aged for a total of 13 years—10 years in ex-bourbon barrels in Fiji and an additional 3 years in Ferrand Cognac barrels in France.
The ABV (Alcohol By Volume) of the Plantation 2009 Fiji Islands rum is 49.5%.
Yes, the Plantation 2009 Fiji Islands is a one-time limited edition release.
The primary tasting notes include tropical fruits, vanilla, oak, caramel, butter, and a hint of spice.
The sugarcane originates from the Fiji Islands, where it thrives in the volcanic soil.
Overall, this rum offers a rich and multifaceted experience, blending tropical fruit sweetness with nuanced spice and vanilla notes, culminating in a long and satisfying finish.
The opinions on the Plantation 2009 Fiji Islands One Time Limited Edition vary. Some reviewers appreciate its fruity nose, sweet palate, and subtle complexity, noting it as a pleasant sipper with a lack of alcoholic burn. However, others find it somewhat too sweet, one-dimensional, and even lacking in spice and integration. While some praise its unique character and the presence of Fijian markers, others believe that the cognac influence is too dominant and the rum itself feels watered down and thin. Overall, it’s a mixed reception but generally considered good value for money.
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