Review #1504; Rum #803

Here we have an unaged rum that is a blend of cane and molasses based distillate from Chiapas Mexico.

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Distillery: Rones de México

Bottler: Pa’Lante

Region: Mexico

Still: Pot & Column

ABV: 40%

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Nose: Salt, Vanilla, Lime Pith, Lemongrass, Earthy, Bell Pepper

Palate: Light mouthfeel, Vanilla, Lemongrass, Earthy, Bell Pepper

Finish: Medium length Finish, Vanilla, Lemongrass, Earth, Brine, Bell Pepper

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Neat this is just fine, but it is well flavored for 40%. I can see this being a workhorse rum in a cocktail as it can punch through the other ingredients quite well. Crisp, a little refreshing, this is just a very solid rum all around.

Final Score: 82

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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.