Third-generation distiller Rommel Krassel produces aguardiente, rum made from 100% cane juice, at his family distillery in Santa Maria Tlalixtac, Oaxaca. After harvesting organically farmed Java, a cane varietal found at 2,800-3,500 feet above sea level in the region, this Single Cask expression was distilled using a 300-liter copper pot still and aged in highly toasted French Oak casks to produce a cask strength of just over 140 proof. After the first formidable sip, the sweet, vibrant flavors settle in on the palate nicely.

PRODUCTION NOTES

Distiller: Rommel Krassel

Region: Santa Maria Tlalixtac, Oaxaca

Cane Varietal: Java

ABV: 70.3%

Fermentation: 10 days in pine tanks with ambient yeasts

DISTILLATION

Pot Still Distillate: Double-distilled, 230 liters
Aged: 9 months in virgin French Oak casks in a dry climate and then rested 8 months in open-top glass demijohn

PROFILE

Nose: powdered sugar, fresh flowers, cake frosting

Palate: dark chocolate, lemon pepper, mint

Finish: toasted peanuts, citrus zest