Valinch & Mallet's The Spirit of Art collection presents the 2001 Diamond Demerara - a 20-year-old rum distilled in Guyana's renowned Diamond Distillery. This exquisite rum hails from a single cask and was distilled using a column Savalle still designed to mimic the Skeldon distillery's iconic Coffey still. Although the Skeldon distillery ceased operations in 1960, its still was relocated to Uitvlugt and subsequently to Diamond, where it was eventually dismantled. This unique rum stands as a testament to the rich history and craftsmanship of Guyanese rum production.
The 2001 Diamond Demerara was matured entirely in Scotland and bottled in 2022 at cask strength, non-chill filtered, and is limited to just 242 bottles. With an ABV of 50.7%, this rum presents an elegant nose characterized by notes of dried fruit, wood, caramel, leather, and burnt sugar. The palate reveals complex flavors of wood, dried fruit, burnt sugar, roasted, and orange notes, leading some to compare it to the fruity ester profile found in certain Jamaican rums.
The bottle itself is a work of art, featuring artwork by Oscar Isaias Contreras Rojas, continuing the tradition seen in the Belize bottling within this collection. Valinch & Mallet's 4th edition of The Spirit of Art series offers a rare and intriguing experience for rum enthusiasts, inviting them on a sensory journey to Guyana. This exceptional spirit embodies the brand’s dedication to quality and artistry, providing an extraordinary addition to any rum collection.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of the 2001 Diamond Demerara rum is 50.7%.
This release is limited to 242 bottles.
This rum was distilled at the Diamond Distillery in Guyana and matured entirely in Scotland.
No, this rum is non-chill filtered, preserving its full flavor profile.
The rum was distilled using a column Savalle still, designed to resemble the Skeldon distillery's Coffey still.
The artwork on the bottle is by Oscar Isaias Contreras Rojas.
The 2001 Diamond Demerara rum has received mixed reviews from enthusiasts. Some appreciate its elegant balance of dark and round notes on the nose, with flavors of burnt sugar, wood, dried fruit, and a hint of smokiness. However, others find it somewhat flat and lacking in complexity compared to other 2001 SWR bottlings. While the alcohol integration is praised for being smooth, some reviewers feel the rum falls short in terms of depth and character. Despite these mixed opinions, many still find it an enjoyable and accessible rum, particularly after a long aeration.
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