Sihhenge Pineapple Rum

Sihhenge Pineapple Rum shines when sipped neat or over ice to appreciate its unique flavor profile, but it also adds a tropical twist to rum-based cocktails perfect for warm summer evenings; pair it with grilled seafood or spicy Asian cuisine to complement its fruity and umami notes.

Nose: Aromas of caramelized pineapple and soy sauce mingle with subtle notes of fresh sugarcane. A hint of fermented fruit reminds one of tepache, the Mexican pineapple drink.

Palate: The initial taste is surprisingly savory, with umami notes reminiscent of miso paste. This is balanced by the sweetness of stir-fried pineapple and a rich, yeasty quality like freshly baked brioche. The rum's underlying character shines through with grassy, vegetal notes typical of agricole-style rums.

Finish: Medium to long finish with a juicy pineapple essence that doesn't overwhelm. Nutty flavors emerge, reminiscent of toasted almonds or cashews. The finish is clean and slightly dry, with lingering warmth from the rum's alcohol content.

Sihhenge Pineapple Rum is crafted by infusing Mhoba's hand-harvested, wild yeast-fermented cane juice rum with freshly picked Natal Queen pineapples for two weeks, showcasing a unique production process that captures the essence of South African terroir from cane to bottle.

• Sihhenge Pineapple Rum is made using a rare South African pineapple variety called Natal Queen, known for its low acidity and intense flavor, making it perfect for infusion without overpowering the rum's character.
• The entire production process, from growing sugarcane to bottling the rum, happens within a single estate in northeastern South Africa, giving Sihhenge a true "farm-to-bottle" pedigree.
• Mhoba's founder, Robert Greaves, designed and built custom pot stills specifically for this rum, combining modern engineering with traditional distillation techniques to create a truly unique spirit.