Diplomatico Ambassador Selection Cask Strength, 47%

Introduction

Diplomático Ambassador Selection Cask Strength represents the epitome of Venezuelan rum craftsmanship, created as a premium expression that showcases the distillery’s finest reserves and most sophisticated production techniques.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Molasses from locally grown Venezuelan sugar cane, processed with pure water from the Andes mountains
• Distillation process: Distilled in copper pot stills and batch kettle stills for complexity and character
• Maturation: Initial aging in ex-bourbon barrels, with final maturation in first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry casks for 12+ years
• Special techniques: Bottled at natural cask strength (47%) without chill filtration to preserve the rum’s authentic character and intensity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich aromas of dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans, vanilla, and dried fruits with hints of tobacco and oak spice
• Palate: Full-bodied and complex with layers of toffee, dark chocolate, baked fruits, cinnamon, nutmeg, and toasted oak balanced with the sweetness of raisins and figs
• Finish: Long, warm and satisfying with persistent notes of oak, dark chocolate, tobacco, and dried fruits that linger elegantly

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (18-21°C/64-70°F)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or brandy snifter to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its complex flavors and subtle nuances; a few drops of water may open up additional dimensions
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, crème brûlée, aged cheeses, or as a contemplative after-dinner sipper alongside fine cigars

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 47% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Venezuela, La Miel distillery at the foot of the Andes mountains
• Certifications/Awards: Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge, Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Diplomático Ambassador Selection Cask Strength represents a rare opportunity to experience Venezuelan rum in its purest, most intense form, directly from the cask to the bottle.

With strictly limited production quantities released annually, this expression is increasingly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.

Created under the watchful eye of Maestro Ronero Tito Cordero, one of the rum world’s most respected master blenders, this expression carries the authority of generations of Venezuelan rum-making expertise.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Diplomático Ambassador has earned the highest accolades at international spirits competitions, with judges consistently praising its exceptional depth and character.

Rum enthusiasts who appreciate the Ambassador Selection tend to become dedicated followers of the entire Diplomático range, recognizing the consistent quality across all expressions.

The Ambassador Selection’s reputation among critics has cemented its position as a benchmark against which other premium rums are measured.

From Diplomático to You

Each bottle of Ambassador Selection represents Diplomático’s gift of their finest reserves, sharing the very best of their distillery’s treasures with discerning rum lovers.

The warm, approachable character of this rum mirrors the welcoming spirit of Venezuela itself, inviting you into its rich cultural heritage with every sip.

By choosing Diplomático Ambassador, you join a global community of rum aficionados who appreciate exceptional craftsmanship – experience this remarkable expression today and discover why it stands among the world’s finest spirits.