Rum Dark 70cl - L'Essentiel - Saint James
Rum Dark 70cl - L'Essentiel - Saint James
Saint James

Rum Dark 70cl - L'Essentiel - Saint James

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Format: 70 cl

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171,63 €


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Technical information
Producer Saint James
Type Rum
Aromatic profile Notes of caramel, vanilla, spices, wood
Ingredients Molasses, water, yeast
Format 70 cl
Gradation 43.0%
Type of cask Oak barrels
Aging Aged in oak barrels for several years
Distillation method Distillation in continuous still or pot still
Color Dark, intense amber
Consumption Neat, with ice, cocktail

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The Rum Dark 70cl of L'Essentiel, produced by the renowned Saint James distillery in the Martinique region, represents a perfect balance between tradition and craftsmanship. Made from the distillation of fermented sugar cane juice, this dark rum stands out for its rich and enveloping character, the result of aging in oak barrels that intensify its aromatic notes. On the nose, typical aromas of molasses, vanilla, and sweet spices emerge, while on the palate it opens smoothly, highlighting hints of caramel, bitter cocoa, and a delicate touch of tobacco. The volcanic territory of Martinique imparts a subtle minerality to the product, skillfully balancing the sweetness. Ideal to enjoy neat or paired with chocolate desserts, it is also suitable for sophisticated cocktails, embodying the most authentic essence of Caribbean rum.
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
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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

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