Guatemala 2012
Origin: Destiladora de Alcoholes y Rones Sociedad Anónima (DARSA), Guatemala
Vintage: 2012
Raw material: molasses
Distillation: column still
Maturation: 3 years of tropical ageing in Guatemala ex-rum casks + 8 years of continental ageing in ex-Scotch whisky casks. Single cask bottled in 2023
Bottles produced: 240
Bottle size: 70cl
ABV: 57.8% abv
Notes: No added flavours, colouring agents, sugar or other additives
Distillery
The Destiladora de Alcoholes y Rones Sociedad Anónima, commonly known as DARSA, stands as Guatemala’s premier rum producer. Renowned for its exceptional range of distilled products, including the distinguished Botran rum and the world-famous Ron Zacapa. To make Zacapa rum, DARSA employs the solera ageing method, with barrels stored at a remarkable altitude of 2,300 metres above sea level.
Luscious notes of cacao and milk chocolate intertwine with a subtle, toasted nuttiness and gentle aromas of winter spices.
Velvety, with rich chocolate flavours, complemented by notes of coffee and nutty tones of walnuts and toasted nuts. Dry red apples and a subtle hint of spices follow on the midpalate, and a satisfying, lingering finish.