The Velier Villa Paradisetto 1995 Monymusk EMB Warren Khong 24-year-old 67% 700ml is a limited release rum from Jamaica, highlighting the exceptional craftsmanship of the Clarendon (Monymusk) distillery. Distilled in 1995 and aged for an impressive 24 tropical years, this rare gem was selected and bottled by the renowned independent bottler Velier. The EMB mark references the Bog Estate, a now-defunct distillery known for its extraordinary rum styles. This rum is part of the esteemed Warren Khong series by Velier, which honors the magnificent Villa Paradisetto in Genoa. With only 508 bottles in existence, this cask strength rum boasts an ABV of 67%, making it a must-have for connoisseurs. Tasting notes reveal a nose bursting with ripe mango, guava, plum syrup, and dark berries, complemented by undertones of oak and toffee. On the palate, expect a smooth and creamy experience featuring a symphony of spices, wood, floral tones, and banana bread. The finish is bitter and astringent, with lingering notes of espresso, cocoa, and spices. Reviewers have praised its complex and harmonious flavor profile, earning it a high rating of 91/100. The mouthfeel is described as thick and luxurious, offering a kaleidoscopic array of rich spicy oak, sweet esters, tropical fruits, and buttery notes. Perfectly integrating its high alcohol content, this rum stands out as a pinnacle of Jamaican rum-making tradition, achieving a rating of 93/100.
This rum is special due to its limited release of only 508 bottles, its 24-year tropical aging, and its high ABV of 67%. It is part of the prestigious Warren Khong series, selected and bottled by Velier, showcasing the rich history and craftsmanship of the Clarendon (Monymusk) distillery in Jamaica.
The tasting notes include a nose of ripe mango, guava, plum syrup, dark berries, oak, and toffee. The palate is smooth and creamy with spices, wood, floral tones, and banana bread, leading to a finish with espresso, cocoa, and spices.
The high ABV of 67% is well integrated, adding to the complexity and depth of flavor without overpowering the harmonious balance of the rum. It contributes to the thick and luxurious mouthfeel, enhancing the rich spicy oak, sweet esters, tropical fruits, and buttery notes.
The EMB mark refers to the Bog Estate, a now-closed distillery that has left a legacy of exceptional rum styles. This mark signifies the connection to the historic and highly regarded traditions of Jamaican rum-making.
Overall: The Warren Khong Villa Paradisetto EMB is a richly complex rum with a full-bodied flavor profile, showcasing a masterful balance of sweetness, spice, and tropical fruit notes with a hint of menthol and oak influence.
The Velier Villa Paradisetto 1995 Monymusk EMB Warren Khong 24-year-old is a true masterpiece. The nose is an inviting blend of tropical fruits and oak, while the palate delivers a luxurious, multi-layered experience of spices, wood, and floral tones. The finish is long and memorable, with lingering notes of espresso and cocoa. This rum exemplifies the pinnacle of Jamaican rum-making, perfectly balancing high ABV with intricate flavors. An extraordinary release that any rum enthusiast should seek to experience.
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