Guyana (Diamond) 2003/2018, Our Rum & Spirits – Single Cask, 65.4%

Introduction

This exceptional Single Cask rum from Diamond distillery represents Guyana’s rich rum-making heritage, employing traditional distillation methods that have been preserved for centuries. The Diamond distillery, home to the famous Demerara rums, has created this extraordinary expression that captures the essence of their distinctive production style.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Locally grown sugar cane from Guyana’s fertile Demerara region, processed into molasses with the region’s characteristic mineral-rich profile
• Distillation process: Distilled in Diamond’s heritage wooden pot stills, which impart unique characteristics impossible to replicate elsewhere
• Maturation: Aged for 14 years in the tropical climate of Guyana, enhancing interaction with the oak and accelerating maturation, before being transferred to Europe for bottling
• Special techniques: Bottled at natural cask strength without chill filtration or coloring, preserving all original flavors and intensity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Powerful aromas of molasses, tropical fruits, dark chocolate, and oak spice with hints of coffee, tobacco leaf, and burnt sugar
• Palate: Rich and intense with layers of caramelized tropical fruits, dark toffee, and Madagascar vanilla, complemented by exotic spices, leather, and toasted oak
• Finish: Extraordinarily long and warming with lingering notes of dark chocolate, tobacco, dried fruits, and oak tannins that evolve over several minutes

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (18-21°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped nosing glass or small snifter to concentrate aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat, though a few drops of water can help open up additional flavor dimensions by taming the high alcohol content
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, grilled tropical fruits, rich desserts with caramel or toffee elements

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 65.4% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Guyana, South America
• Certifications/Awards: Part of the highly respected Our Rum & Spirits independent bottling series, known for selecting only exceptional casks

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Diamond distillery rum represents a style of production that is becoming increasingly rare in today’s standardized spirits market. Each sip delivers a complex and evolving experience that showcases the distinctive character of traditional Guyanese rum-making.

As a single cask bottling, this rum is inherently limited in quantity, making it a finite resource that cannot be replicated once depleted.

Diamond distillery is recognized by rum experts worldwide as one of the most significant producers of characterful, traditional rum, and this bottling showcases their expertise at its finest.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Discerning rum collectors and enthusiasts have consistently sought out single cask releases from the Diamond distillery, recognizing their exceptional quality and distinctive character.

By adding this bottle to your collection, you join a select group of rum aficionados who value authenticity, tradition, and uncompromising quality in their spirits.

The Our Rum & Spirits independent bottling series has built its reputation on selecting only the most distinctive and exceptional casks, ensuring that each release meets the highest standards of connoisseurs.

From Diamond Distillery to You

The producers have maintained traditional methods of rum production despite increasing pressure to modernize and cut costs, preserving these time-honored techniques as a gift to true rum enthusiasts.

The warm character of Guyanese rum, with its rich molasses notes and complex profile, creates an immediate connection with those who appreciate the authentic expression of a place through its spirits.

In experiencing this rum, you become part of the continuing story of Guyanese rum production—a tradition spanning centuries that unites rum lovers across the world in appreciation of true craftsmanship. Secure your bottle today to experience this extraordinary rum while it remains available.