Rhum J.M. X.O.
Rhum Agricole Vieux
Rhum J.M. // Martinique
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Named for founder Jean-Marie Martin, Rhum J.M. is Martinique's oldest and smallest distillery, located in the foothills of the active volcano Mount Pelée. It sources its sugarcane from the surrounding Habitation Bellevue, with juice pressed within an hour of harvest. The X.O.. first rests in stainless steel, then spends six years in re-charred bourbon barrels.
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ageNAS
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abv45.0
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Rhum Agricole VieuxRhum distilled from fresh sugarcane juice that has been aged in oak in barrels not to exceed 650 liters. In Martinique, aging requirements are at least 3 years for a VO designation, 4 years for VSOP, 6 for XO, and at least 6 for vintage rhums. Hors d'age is aged between 8-12 years.
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Cask Typere-charred ex-bourbon
Tasting Notes
"Rhum J.M X.O, a complex, medium-weight rhum, reminds one of a boozy Christmas cake topped with butterscotch sauce. That might sound overly rich and sweet, however, a jolt of bright acidity enters the palate, balanced with mouthwatering, tart apricot, mango, guava and pineapple. Sweet spices mix with sage and a hint of fresh mint, ending in a golden caramel finish. "
Reviewed by
Amanda Schuster