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Rum Clairin 70cl - Saint Benevolence
Saint BenevolenceRum 70 cl 50.0% vol Notes of sugarcane, spices, tropical fruit
66,20 €−12%
Recommended price: 75,20 €
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Technical information
- Producer
- Saint Benevolence
- Type
- Rum
- Format
- 70 cl
- Gradation
- 50.0%
- Aging
- Aged 1-3 years
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of sugarcane, spices, tropical fruit
- Ingredients
- Molasses, water, yeasts
- Type of cask
- Oak barrels
- Color
- Light amber
- Consumption
- Neat, cocktail
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Clairin Saint Benevolence presents a frank and immediate character, typical of the agricole style: on the palate it delivers sensations of fresh sugarcane, green herbs and a slight earthy note that underscores its artisanal nature. There is a savoury freshness, with citrus hints and a spicy background that keeps the profile lively and dynamic without resorting to artifices. The texture is direct but balanced, suitable for those seeking a rum with an authentic personality in a 70 cl bottle.
The sip is warm and clean, flowing with a softness that nevertheless leaves room for a fragrant persistence; the impression is one of depth rather than excessive sweetness, with vegetal returns that invite slow sipping or use in bold cocktails. It pairs well with spiced preparations or dishes based on meat and aged cheeses, and provides pleasant contrasts with dark chocolate. Serve slightly chilled or taste at room temperature to appreciate its complexity.
The sip is warm and clean, flowing with a softness that nevertheless leaves room for a fragrant persistence; the impression is one of depth rather than excessive sweetness, with vegetal returns that invite slow sipping or use in bold cocktails. It pairs well with spiced preparations or dishes based on meat and aged cheeses, and provides pleasant contrasts with dark chocolate. Serve slightly chilled or taste at room temperature to appreciate its complexity.
Brand
Saint Benevolence
Since 2017
Saint Benevolence is a rum brand focused on promoting Caribbean heritage and philanthropic aims. It offers a range centered on Haitian clairin, aged Caribbean rums, and flavored variants such as mango rum.
- Range focused on Haitian clairin produced from native cane varieties grown around Saint Michel de l’Attalaye.
- Philanthropic commitment through the Bwason Pou Bonte program: a portion of proceeds funds medical services, educational programs and community projects in Haiti.
- Production of variants: unaged clairin, aged clairin and flavored rums (e.g. mango).
- Presence of a 5 Year blend composed of rums from the Dominican Republic and Barbados (aged in ex-bourbon casks).
Specialities
- Haitian clairin rum
- aged Caribbean rum
- flavored rums
- blending and small-batch bottling
- brand with philanthropic goals
The story
The Saint Benevolence project was launched by Calvin and Chase Babcock in 2017 to combine a passion for Caribbean rums with philanthropic work in support of Haiti. The brand collaborates with local partners (including production in Saint Michel de l’Attalaye) and supports educational and healthcare programs through its Bwason Pou Bonte initiative.
Distillation
Small-batch distillation: clairin distilled in a copper creole still (pot still); components of the 5 Year blend produced both by pot still and by column distillation.
Ageing
Variable aging depending on the product: the aged Rum Clairin spends 18–22 months in new American oak barrels; other blends (e.g. the 5 Year) are aged 5 years in ex-bourbon casks.
Raw materials
- sugarcane juice
- cane molasses
- cane varieties: Cristalline, Madame Meuze, Farine France, 24/14
- mango (for the macerated variant)
Representative products
- Rum Clairin 70cl
- Rum Aged Clairin 70cl
- Rum Mango 70cl