Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum

700ml & 118 Proof

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What is Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum?

This unique South African rum is distilled from fresh-pressed cane juice and aged in peated whisky casks, resulting in a bold spirit with notes of salted caramel, mocha, and light smoke. Interestingly, Mhoba Distillery uses a custom-designed pot still made from an old milk tank, showcasing their innovative approach to craft rum production.

Why do we love Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum?

Cocktail enthusiasts should seek out Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum for its distinctive profile that marries fresh-pressed cane juice, wild yeast fermentation, and six years of aging in South African peated whisky casks, resulting in a bold, complex spirit with notes of grilled sweet pepper, salted caramel, and a light smoky finish that sets it apart from traditional molasses-based rums.

How do you drink Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum?

Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum shines when sipped neat or with a single large ice cube to appreciate its complex flavors, though it also makes an excellent base for spirit-forward cocktails; enjoy it on cool autumn evenings paired with rich, smoky barbecue or aged cheeses to complement its peated notes and caramel undertones.

$162.99

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Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum

$162.99

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Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba SAWP Rum

$162.99

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Nose: Grilled sweet bell peppers lead the charge, followed by rich, fresh sugarcane aromas. A subtle whisper of smoke lingers in the background, hinting at the peated cask influence.

Palate: Salted caramel and mocha flavors dominate initially, balanced by a tangy orange marmalade note. The tobacco undertones add depth and complexity. The 59% ABV provides a robust mouthfeel without overwhelming heat.

Finish: A gentle smokiness emerges in the finish, reminiscent of a dying campfire. The sweetness fades, leaving behind a pleasant interplay of salt and smoke that lingers on the tongue.

This unique rum is distilled from fresh-pressed cane juice using wild yeast fermentation and Mhoba's signature pot stills, then aged for six years in South African peated whisky casks, resulting in a bold spirit with subtle smoky notes that complement the rich cane flavors.

This rum is actually made from fresh-pressed sugarcane juice, not molasses, putting it in the rare category of "agricole-style" rums typically associated with the French Caribbean—but produced in South Africa.

The "SAWP" in its name stands for "South African Peated Whisky," as the rum was aged in casks that previously held peated South African whisky, imparting a subtle smoky character rarely found in rum.

Despite being produced in the subtropical climate of South Africa, this rum was aged for a full six years—an unusually long time for a rum from a warm region, where rapid aging typically limits extended maturation periods.

Main Ingredient: Fresh-pressed Cane Juice
Country of Origin: South Africa