Rum Guyana 2011 Port Mourant Single Cask 12 Yo Balan Family Selection 70 cl

Description

History
The Balan Family Selection brand is synonymous with the pursuit of excellence in spirits. This rum hails from Guyana, home to some of the most iconic rums in the world. Distilled in 2011 and aged for 12 years, it is crafted with the famed Port Mourant wooden pot stills, unique in the world, providing extraordinary aromatic complexity and distinctive character.

Ingredients and production

• Raw material: Molasses derived from locally grown sugarcane.
• Distillation: Crafted using the mythical Port Mourant wooden pot stills at the Diamond distillery, delivering a rich and complex flavor profile.
• Aging: Aged for 12 years in carefully selected oak barrels, preserving the distillate’s intensity and purity.
• Bottling: At cask strength, undiluted.

Alcohol content
Cask strength.

Tasting notes

• Color: Deep amber with golden highlights.
• Aroma: Rich bouquet of sugarcane, warm spices, dried fruits, and subtle notes of toasted wood and molasses.
• Taste: Complex and enveloping, with a perfect balance of sweetness and structure. Flavors of caramel, honey, vanilla, and chocolate intertwine with a subtle minerality and a long, spicy finish.

Possible pairings
Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its full aromatic richness. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, spiced desserts, or premium cigars.

Serving temperature
Serve at room temperature, between 18-20°C.