
Review by: The Auditor
Review #1247; Rum #556
This is a ron distilled from local panela sugarcane honey, distilled on a copper pot still, and matured in American White oak for at least 6 months at 1700 meters above sea level. No additives or sugar. This ron comes from Colombia.
Distillery: Amuleto
Bottler: Amuleto
Region: Colombia
Still: Pot
ABV: 40%
Nose: Floral, Vanilla, Touch of Honey
Palate: Light mouthfeel, Vanilla, Floral, Touch of Honey, Wax
Finish: Short finish, Vanilla, Floral, Honey, Slight Pepper
Conclusion: This is fine, but a touch of the sweet and simple side for me. There is a slight musty off note as well that hangs over the whole thing.
Final Score: 77
Scoring Legend:
- 95-100: As good as it gets. Jaw-dropping, eye-widening, unforgettable whisky.
- 90-94: Sublime, a personal favorite in its category.
- 85-89: Excellent, a standout dram.
- 80-84: Quite good. Quality stuff.
- 75-79: Decent whisky worth tasting.
- 70-74: Meh. It’s definitely drinkable, but it can do better.
- 60-69: Not so good. I might not turn down a glass if I needed a drink.
- 50-59: Save it for mixing.
- 0-49: Blech.