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Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome

Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome is a Rum from the Holmes Cay Rum brand hailing from France.

What is Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome?

Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome is a rare and distinctive rum that showcases the unique terroir of Reunion Island, a French department in the Indian Ocean. This rum is produced using a traditional method called "Grand Arôme," which involves a long fermentation process with dunder, resulting in a spirit with intense, funky flavors and aromas that rum enthusiasts often describe as "hogo." Interestingly, the sugarcane used to make this rum is grown on volcanic soil, which contributes to its mineral-rich profile and adds a subtle smokiness to the final product. This volcanic influence makes Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome a true reflection of its island origins, offering a taste experience that's both exotic and deeply rooted in its terroir.

Why do we love Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome?

Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome stands out as a rare gem for cocktail enthusiasts, offering a taste of the unique "grand arôme" style of rum from Reunion Island. This distinctive spirit undergoes a lengthy fermentation process using molasses and sugarcane juice, resulting in an intensely flavorful and aromatic profile that adds incredible depth and complexity to cocktails.

How do you drink Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome?

Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome shines brightest when sipped neat or with a single large ice cube, allowing its complex flavors to unfold on the palate. This robust rum also excels in spirit-forward cocktails that showcase its character, and pairs wonderfully with rich, spicy dishes on cooler evenings, making it an ideal companion for autumn and winter gatherings.

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Nose: Strong molasses and overripe banana notes dominate, followed by hints of licorice and clove. A touch of rubber and diesel fuel adds complexity, typical of high-ester rums. Undertones of vanilla and caramel provide balance.

Palate: Intensely funky with flavors of fermented fruit, particularly pineapple and mango. Black pepper and cinnamon spice cut through the sweetness. Oily texture coats the mouth. Notes of dark chocolate, coffee grounds, and tobacco leaf emerge as it opens up.

Finish: Long and warming. The funk lingers, accompanied by dried fruit and oak tannins. A slight medicinal quality appears, reminiscent of cough syrup. Ends with a pleasant bitterness, like unsweetened cocoa powder.

Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome is crafted using a unique process called "Grand Arôme," where molasses is fermented for up to 15 days with the addition of dunder (spent wash from previous distillations) to create exceptionally flavorful esters. This long fermentation, followed by distillation in column stills, results in an intensely aromatic and characterful rum that captures the essence of Reunion Island's storied rum-making traditions.

  • Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome is distilled from pure sugarcane juice, not molasses, making it one of the rare "agricole-style" rums produced outside of the French Caribbean. This unique production method contributes to its distinctive grassy and vegetal notes.
  • The rum is made using a technique called "grand arôme," which involves a lengthy fermentation process lasting up to 15 days. This extended fermentation creates an incredibly complex flavor profile with over 300 aromatic compounds, far more than typical rums.
  • Despite being aged for only one year in oak barrels, Holmes Cay Reunion Island Grand Arome has an intense, full-bodied flavor that rivals much older rums. This is due to Reunion Island's tropical climate, which accelerates the aging process and creates a rum that punches well above its age statement.
  • Main Ingredient: Sugarcane molasses
    Country of Origin: France

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    Last Updated: 2024-09-08

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