Rhum J.M. - VSOP Rum 700ml

Rhum J.M VSOP stands as a refined spirit that rivals the best French brandies. This "Very Superior Old Pale" rum is crafted in Macouba, Martinique, at the foot of Mount Pelee. It begins with estate-grown sugarcane that is crushed within one hour of harvest. This speed locks in the fresh, grassy character of the juice. The liquid is distilled in a Creole copper column still before beginning a complex aging process.

The rum matures for a minimum of four years. It spends the first three years in a mix of new American oak and re-charred Bourbon barrels. It is then finished for at least one year in French oak. This double-wood approach creates intense structure. It marries the vanilla notes of American wood with the subtle spice of French timber. There is no added sugar or coloring to hide the true flavor.

In the glass, the nose offers inviting scents of exotic fruit and quince paste. You will also find notes of warm brioche and dehydrated lemon. On the palate, the rum is rich and spicy. Flavors of gingerbread and cinnamon mix with sautéed bananas and crème caramel. Hints of lavender and woody smoke add depth. The finish is dry and elegant, leaving a lingering taste of hay and Lady Grey tea.