Rhum Agricole Quintessence 70cl - Saint James

Saint James

Format: 70 cl

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Recommended price: 199,99 €
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Technical information
Producer Saint James
Type Rhum agricole
Aromatic profile Fresh, herbaceous, sugar cane notes
Ingredients Fresh sugar cane juice
Format 70 cl
Gradation 42.0%
Type of cask French oak
Aging Minimum 3 years
Color Light amber
Consumption Neat, cocktail
The Rhum Agricole Quintessence from the Saint James distillery, produced on the picturesque island of Martinique, represents excellence among Caribbean agricole rums. Made exclusively from fresh sugarcane juice, this spirit purely expresses the earthy and vegetal character of the raw material, typical of the Martinique AOC designation. The artisanal fermentation and distillation process, followed by a long maturation in oak barrels, gives this rum a surprising aromatic complexity.

On the nose, it opens with intense aromas of freshly cut sugarcane, enriched with hints of vanilla, sweet spices, and a pleasant note of citrus. On the palate, it is full-bodied and enveloping, with a smooth texture alternating impressions of dried fruit, toasted wood, and a light final spiciness. The finish is elegant, leaving a fresh and clean sensation.

Ideal to enjoy neat or with a cube of ice, Quintessence is also perfect as a noble base for sophisticated cocktails, enhancing every preparation with its unique and authentic style. A true tribute to the territory and the art of Saint James distillation.
Distillery

Saint James

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Saint James.

Saint James is a historic rhum agricole distillery based in Sainte‑Marie, Martinique. Active since 1765, it produces a range spanning white rhums agricole, aged rhums, premium cuvées and the island's typical arrangés.
Martinique rhum agricole producer rum distillery producer of aged rhum historic Caribbean rum brand
Country Martinique (France)
Region Martinique
Founded 1765

Distillation

Traditional Creole column (continuous distillation) for many references; pot still/alambic for some specific expressions (cœur de chauffe).

Ageing

Aging in dedicated cellars; some cuvées are matured for long periods in selected small Bourbon barrels.

Raw materials

cane juice (vesou) sugarcane Victoria pineapple (for the arrangés) Bourbon vanilla (for the arrangés)

Representative products

Fleur de Canne (Rhum Blanc) 70cl Brut de Colonne (incl. versione Bio) 70cl Coeur de Chauffe 70cl Carafe Quintessence (Quintessence) 70cl L'Essentiel 70cl Rhum Paille 70cl Rhum Vieux VSOP 70cl

Official Awards

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