Review #1528; Rum #827
Here we have a single cask from Alambique Serrano as part of the yearly special releases they do, Vid Nativa. This rum was distilled from fresh pressed cane juice. It then fermented in pine tanks with wild yeast and was then distilled on the Krassel still. It was put into a Mexican Rum cask for 28 months and was finished for 9 months in a jackfruit cask. It was then bottled at cask strength with no water, sugar, or coloring added.
Distillery: Krassel Brothers
Bottler: Alambique Serrano
Region: Mexico
Still: Krassel
ABV: 54.8%
Nose: Sandalwood, Coriander, Mango
Palate: Medium mouthfeel, Coriander, Sandalwood, Allspice, Black Tea, Mint, Mango
Finish: Sandalwood, Black Tea, Coriander, Clove, Mint
This one breaks the mold for other Alambique’s I’ve had. Its crisp and refreshing, bold spices, baking spices, a nice backbone of apple and apricot combine with the earthiness and spices. It really lingers on your tongue a good long while. It’s thick and full bodied while still feeling sharp and navigable. Just another big win from Alabmqiue showing the power of blending.
Final Score: 85
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.
