Diamond 15 yo (2005/2020), Rum Nation – Rare Rums, 59%

Introduction

Diamond 15 Year Old is a distinguished offering from Rum Nation’s highly acclaimed Rare Rums series, showcasing the exceptional character of Guyana’s historic Diamond distillery through meticulous aging and expert cask selection.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Produced from high-quality molasses sourced from Guyana’s sugarcane plantations, known for their rich mineral content from the Demerara region’s unique soil.
• Distillation process: Distilled in 2005 at the Diamond Distillery (formerly Demerara Distillers) using traditional pot stills that preserve the rum’s robust character and distinctive profile.
• Maturation: Initially aged in the tropical climate of Guyana before being transferred to Europe for further maturation, with a total aging period of 15 years including a distinctive whisky cask finish.
• Special techniques: Bottled at natural cask strength (59% ABV) without chill filtration to preserve all original flavors and oils, creating a more authentic and intense tasting experience.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich tropical fruits, toffee, and dark chocolate with hints of oak spice, vanilla, and subtle smoky notes from the whisky cask influence.
• Palate: Full-bodied and complex with layers of caramelized sugar, dried fruits, and baking spices, complemented by tobacco, leather, and dark cocoa, with the high ABV delivering impressive intensity.
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent notes of toasted oak, dark molasses, and spiced honey, gradually revealing subtle whisky-influenced peat and dried fruit nuances.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Best enjoyed at room temperature (18-21°C) to fully appreciate its complex character.
• Glass recommendation: A tulip-shaped nosing glass or Glencairn whisky glass to concentrate the aromas.
• Serving ideas: Initially try neat to experience the full complexity, then with a few drops of water to open up additional aromatic compounds and soften the high alcohol content.
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate with high cocoa content, rich desserts with caramel or toffee notes, or as a contemplative after-dinner sipping rum.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 59% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Guyana, South America
• Certifications/Awards: Part of Rum Nation’s prestigious Rare Rums series, recognized for featuring exceptional and limited-edition expressions.

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Diamond 15 Year Old represents a pinnacle of Guyanese rum craftsmanship, showcasing the distinctive house style of the legendary Diamond distillery enhanced by expert European aging and cask selection.

With extremely limited bottle quantities available worldwide, this 2005 vintage expression offers rum enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience a disappearing style of traditionally produced Caribbean rum.

Selected by Rum Nation’s master blenders, renowned for their discerning palate and expertise in identifying exceptional casks, this bottling stands as a benchmark for quality within the premium rum category.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Rum enthusiasts and collectors worldwide actively seek out releases from Rum Nation’s Rare Rums series for their consistency in delivering exceptional quality and distinctive character.

By adding this rare Diamond distillery expression to your collection, you join an exclusive community of rum aficionados who appreciate the rich heritage and craftsmanship behind these limited bottlings.

The growing critical acclaim for aged Guyanese rums has cemented their position among the world’s most respected spirits, with vintage Diamond distillery bottlings particularly prized for their complexity and depth.

From Diamond Distillery to You

Each bottle of Diamond 15 Year Old contains not just an exceptional spirit, but the culmination of centuries of rum-making tradition passed down through generations of Guyanese distillers.

The masterful integration of traditional Demerara rum character with the subtle influence of whisky cask finishing creates a harmonious and memorable experience that appeals to both rum enthusiasts and whisky lovers alike.

By savoring this Diamond 15 Year Old, you become part of the continuing story of rum appreciation, connecting with both the heritage of Guyana’s rum-making tradition and the forward-thinking approach of Rum Nation’s cask selection program.