A Martinique rhum vieux agricole from Distillerie Neisson. The label is hand painted by Tatanka - a Martinique based craft company specialising in hand-painted art on a variety of media - who have been providing artwork for limited edition Neisson bottlings since 1996. Jean and Adrien Neisson acquired their site in Le Carbet in 1922, building the distillery nine years later. It remains part of the family to this day, saved by Jean’s daughter Claudine, who quit her job as a hospital physcian to run it after his death. Her son Gregory is now its master distiller. He produces its esteemed agricole rum on the distillery’s single-column Savalle still, constructed back in 1938.

Barbancourt Extra old Rum 15 years. The Barbancourt family is of French origin, hence the spelling 'Rhum' on the label. Sugar cane grown at Domaine Barbancourt as well as other parts of Haiti is hand cut between November and June, then thrice milled, then fermented for about 72 hours with a proprietary strain of yeast developed in-house. Double distilled in a column still to 70% ABV, then second distillation yields a spirit of 90% ABV. The newly distilled liquor is diluted with water to 50% ABV before storing solely in French Limousin oak barrels and set aside for aging. Before bottling, the rum is filtered to remove impurities and achieve color clarity. A brilliant mahogany amber color is but the first clue that Barbancourt 15 year old is an exceptional rum. Aromas include beautifully soft scents of caramelized brown sugar that manage to intoxicate without overwhelming your senses, a light molasses aroma adds depth of character, oaken vanilla and notes of dried fruits - raisin, dried apricot, orange - are evident, as is a slight cane earthiness, subtly spiced with clove and cinnamon. Those wonderful aromas prepare your mouth for a nicely complex suite of flavors delivered in direct proportion with those your nose detected, but smoothed with a touch more vanilla. A medium weight body integrates heavy alcohols well into the overall liquor, allowing the flavors spread slowly and elegantly over the palate. The finish is substantial and charismatically long; cocoa adds to the complexity, with a lasting sweetness in the throat.

JM Rum AOC Agricole 1996 41.4% 700ml is a premium spirit that embodies the rich history and tradition of rum production in Martinique. This 700ml bottle contains a carefully crafted blend of rums from the JM distillery, which is renowned for producing some of the finest rums in the world. At 41.4% ABV, this vintage rum has a complex and refined flavor profile that is best enjoyed as a sipping drink. The nose is filled with notes of tropical fruits, vanilla, and oak, followed by hints of spice and caramel. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of ripe fruit, toasted coconut, and cocoa, followed by a long, smooth finish. JM Rum AOC Agricole 1996 is a testament to the skill and expertise of the JM family, who have been crafting exceptional rums for generations. This particular blend is made using the finest sugarcane and traditional methods of distillation, which give it a unique and distinctive flavor profile.