Rum Caroni - Velier 12 Anni

Caroni was the refinery town of Trinidad, owned by the state, unknown until 2004. Here were produced large quantities of molasses and rum distilled locally obtained was stored in large warehouses adjacent to the factory. Today there is no more sugar cane in the island of Trinidad and the last year of Caroni Rum was the 2000, enclosed in this bottle. Therefore represents the historical memory of the tradition of this island. It is the last available 100% of Trinidad rum produced with molasses local, distilled and aged for 12 years. To capture perfectly the typical characteristics of a Heavy Rum distillery Caroni this 12 years was bottled at 50% percent alcohol. The label is a reproduction of an original of 1940 to commemorate the golden age of rum Trinitarians. Has the ester part well in evidence, with great structure but also surprising drinkability. The aroma of sugar cane and molasses is predominant, affects the extremely clean and above all the great harmony. The alcohol component never overwhelms, despite the 50% degree and background are perceived spicy and tropical fruit. In the mouth it is very balanced and alcohol does not burn the palate, initially it is dry, but in the end has a gradual opening and gives a pleasant sensation of sweetness mixed with candied fruit, caramelized remembering the date. A great rum to match the smoked a cigar Dominican, whose softness is matched to the taste of this ron.