Richland Rum, Single Barrel #221 – Chateau Elan Port Cask, 43%

Introduction

Richland Rum stands as America’s only Single Estate Rum, crafted from locally grown sugar cane in Georgia and representing the renaissance of authentic American rum production.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% Georgia-grown sugar cane cultivated on Richland Estate’s own plantations, with no additives or artificial ingredients
• Distillation process: Small-batch copper pot still distillation, maintaining traditional methods for enhanced flavor complexity
• Maturation: Aged in Chateau Elan Port wine casks, creating a unique expression with wine-influenced characteristics
• Special techniques: Single barrel bottling (Barrel #221) without blending, preserving the unique character of this specific cask

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, port wine influence, oak spice, vanilla, and caramelized sugar with subtle notes of dark chocolate
• Palate: Smooth entry with ripe plums, black cherries, and raisins complemented by cinnamon, nutmeg, and toasted oak, with a port wine sweetness balancing the rum’s natural character
• Finish: Long, warming finish with lingering dried fruit notes, gentle oak tannins, and a pleasant touch of spice

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature or slightly chilled (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped snifter or Glencairn glass to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate the complex flavors and port cask influence
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, aged cheeses, pecan pie, or as a luxurious after-dinner digestif

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 43% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: USA, Georgia
• Certifications/Awards: Gold Medal at San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Richland Rum has been recognized as one of America’s premier craft rum producers

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Single Barrel #221 represents a rare convergence of American rum craftsmanship and fine port wine cask finishing that cannot be replicated in other bottles.

With only one barrel ever produced with this exact profile, this expression represents an increasingly limited opportunity to experience a piece of American rum-making history.

Endorsed by spirits critics and connoisseurs as demonstrating the heights that American craft rum can achieve, Richland has established itself as the authority in American Single Estate rum production.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Rum aficionados and collectors worldwide have embraced Richland Rum’s single barrel releases as must-have additions to any serious rum collection.

Enthusiasts who have committed to exploring the full range of Richland’s expressions consistently cite these port-finished single barrels as highlights in the distillery’s portfolio.

The critical acclaim for Richland’s port-finished expressions continues to grow, with reviewers praising the harmony between the rum’s natural character and the complementary wine cask influence.

From Georgia’s Fields to Your Glass

By sharing this exceptional single barrel expression, Richland Rum offers you a direct connection to their complete field-to-glass production philosophy and dedication to authentic rum-making.

The warm Southern hospitality of Georgia is captured in every aspect of this rum, from the sustainable farming practices to the careful hand-bottling of each unique barrel.

Join the growing community of discerning rum enthusiasts who recognize that true American rum has found its home in Georgia’s soil, and experience how tradition and innovation come together in this exceptional spirit.