French Antilles 4 yo (2019), S.B.S – Grand Arome – Virgin Oak, 60.3%

Introduction

This exceptional French Antilles rum represents the pinnacle of Caribbean distillation artistry, showcasing the distinctive Grand Arome style that has captivated rum connoisseurs worldwide.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Crafted from sugarcane derivatives sourced from the fertile lands of the French Antilles (Martinique/Guadeloupe), this rum embodies the rich agricultural heritage of the region.
• Distillation process: Distilled using traditional pot stills according to the Grand Arome method, which involves longer fermentation periods and higher ester counts, resulting in more pronounced flavor profiles.
• Maturation: Aged for 4 years in virgin oak casks, allowing the spirit to extract intense wood characteristics without any previous influence from other spirits.
• Special techniques: The Single Barrel Selection process ensures each bottle comes from an individually selected cask, chosen for its exceptional quality and distinctive character.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Intense tropical fruit aromas intermingled with rich oak, vanilla, and spice. Notes of overripe banana, pineapple, and clove emerge alongside hints of caramel and warm leather.
• Palate: Powerful and full-bodied with remarkable complexity. The virgin oak influence delivers pronounced notes of baking spices, dark chocolate, tropical fruits, and a hint of grassiness characteristic of the Grand Arome style.
• Finish: Long, warming, and complex with lingering notes of dried fruits, oak spice, and a pleasant tannic structure that balances the sweetness.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (18-20°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped nosing glass or small snifter to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat in small sips to appreciate its complexity. A few drops of water can help open up additional layers of flavor while taming the high alcohol content.
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate with high cocoa content, grilled tropical fruits, or blue cheeses that can stand up to the rum’s intensity.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 60.3% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: French Antilles (Caribbean)
• Certifications/Awards: Selected as part of the prestigious S.B.S (Single Barrel Selection) series by 1423 – specialists in premium rum selection

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This French Antilles Grand Arome rum represents a sensory journey into one of the Caribbean’s most distinctive and intensive rum-making traditions.

With extremely limited availability due to its single barrel nature, each bottle represents a truly finite opportunity to experience this exceptional expression.

Respected rum experts and critics have consistently acknowledged the Grand Arome style as one of the most complex and fascinating in the rum world.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Enthusiasts and collectors worldwide eagerly seek out these limited S.B.S releases, often adding them to carefully curated collections of premium spirits.

Once you’ve experienced the depth and complexity of a high-proof Grand Arome rum, you’ll find yourself returning to explore its intricate layers time and again.

The 1423 S.B.S series has built a devoted following among rum aficionados who appreciate their unwavering commitment to selecting only the most exceptional and characterful casks.

From French Antilles to You

Each bottle represents a gift of time and tradition from the master distillers who have preserved and perfected these distinctive rum-making methods over generations.

The warming character and complex profile create an immediate connection to the tropical paradise where this exceptional spirit was born and matured.

By experiencing this rum, you join a community of discerning enthusiasts who value authentic expression and craftsmanship – secure your bottle of this remarkable French Antilles treasure today.