Alta Gama Demi-Sec (35 g/L sugar added), Fine Aged Rum, 41%

Introduction

Alta Gama Demi-Sec represents the pinnacle of Guyanese rum craftsmanship, drawing from centuries of tradition while offering a sophisticated sweetness profile that sets it apart from conventional expressions. This meticulous blend celebrates the historic heritage of some of rum’s most revered production sites.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Premium sugar cane derivatives sourced from the fertile coastal plains of Guyana, known for their distinctive mineral content and flavor characteristics.
• Distillation process: Traditional distillation methods from three historic Guyanese distilleries: Port Mourant’s unique wooden double pot still, Enmore’s wooden continuous still, and Uitvlugt’s versatile four-column still.
• Maturation: Aged in selected oak casks in the tropical Guyanese climate, accelerating maturation and developing deep complexity through interaction with the wood.
• Special techniques: Carefully dosed with 35 g/L of sugar to achieve a balanced demi-sec profile that complements the spirit’s natural character while enhancing its smooth mouthfeel.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich waves of tropical fruit, toffee, and dark chocolate, underscored by a subtle hint of vanilla and oak spice with a pleasant touch of molasses.
• Palate: Velvety entrance with brown sugar, caramelized banana, and toasted coconut, developing into richer notes of coffee, nutmeg, and dried fruits with elegant oak influence.
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering sweetness balanced by gentle spice, leaving traces of chocolate, tropical fruit, and a subtle savory quality characteristic of Guyanese rum.

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Slightly cool at 16-18°C (60-64°F) to best reveal its complex aromatic profile.
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped nosing glass or specialized rum glass to concentrate the aromas.
• Serving ideas: Excellent as a contemplative sipper, requiring no ice or dilution to appreciate its balanced sweetness and complexity.
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, crème brûlée, aged cheeses, or as a sophisticated accompaniment to a fine cigar.

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 41% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl/700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Guyana, South America
• Certifications/Awards: Part of the prestigious Fine Aged collection, representing exceptional quality and authenticity in rum production.

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Alta Gama Demi-Sec represents a rare opportunity to taste rum from three historic Guyanese distilleries in a single, harmonious expression.

With many of Guyana’s traditional distilleries now closed or consolidated, this bottling preserves flavor profiles that are becoming increasingly scarce in today’s rum landscape.

Master blenders with generations of expertise have carefully balanced these distinct distillery characters to create a rum that stands as an authority in quality and complexity.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Rum enthusiasts worldwide have embraced Alta Gama Demi-Sec for its exceptional balance of traditional rum character with thoughtful sweetness integration.

Collectors and aficionados who commit to understanding premium rum consistently recognize this expression as an essential addition to a comprehensive rum library.

Its growing reputation among rum judges and critics places it among the most respected examples of how added sugar can complement rather than mask a rum’s inherent quality.

From Guyana’s Historic Distilleries to You

Each bottle of Alta Gama Demi-Sec offers a generous gift of rum history, delivering centuries of Guyanese distillation heritage directly to your glass.

The approachable yet sophisticated profile makes this a rum you’ll be proud to share with friends and fellow spirits enthusiasts, creating memorable tasting experiences.

By choosing Alta Gama Demi-Sec, you join a community of discerning rum appreciators who value authenticity, tradition, and exceptional quality—discover what makes this expression truly special today.