Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel

750ml & 92 Proof

What is Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel?

This molasses-based rum from Réunion Island, aged in ex-cognac casks, resurrects a historic style once crucial to classic tiki cocktails like the Mai Tai and Last Rites. Interestingly, Réunion Island, where this rum originates, is home to one of the world's most active volcanoes, Piton de la Fournaise, which has erupted over 150 times since the 17th century, potentially influencing the unique terroir of the sugarcane used in this rum's production.

Why do we love Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel?

Cocktail enthusiasts should embrace Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel for its unique tropical aging in ex-cognac casks and its historical significance as a key ingredient in classic tiki cocktails, offering a rare opportunity to taste an authentic French molasses rum style that was once essential to iconic drinks like the Mai Tai and Last Rites.

How do you drink Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel?

Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel shines in tiki-style cocktails or sipped neat to appreciate its complex flavors, though it's equally delightful over ice on a warm summer evening; its rich, spicy notes complement tropical fruits and pair beautifully with Caribbean-inspired dishes like jerk chicken or coconut shrimp.

$55.99

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Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel

$55.99

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Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel

$55.99

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Tasting Notes

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Nose: Initial aromas of rich cola and vanilla, followed by subtle hints of citrus zest and warm baking spices. A light tropical fruit note emerges, reminiscent of ripe pineapple and mango.

Palate: Smooth entry with a medium body. Prominent flavors of caramel and toasted oak, balanced by layers of cinnamon and nutmeg. Notes of dried fruit and a touch of coffee add complexity. The ex-cognac cask influence contributes a subtle grape-like sweetness.

Finish: Medium to long finish with a pleasant warmth. Lingering notes of vanilla and spice, complemented by a slight oak dryness. A hint of tropical fruit resurfaces, leaving a crisp and clean aftertaste that invites another sip.

Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel is crafted from molasses at Distillerie de Savanna on Réunion Island, then aged for three years in ex-cognac casks in the tropical climate before being bottled in New York at 46% ABV, resulting in a unique rum that captures both the island's terroir and the influence of French oak aging.

Holmes Cay Réunion Island Rum Traditionnel is aged in ex-cognac casks, giving it a unique flavor profile that blends rum's tropical notes with cognac's refined complexity – a rare combination in the rum world.

This rum style was a key ingredient in many original tiki cocktails from Trader Vic's and Don the Beachcomber, including the Mai Tai, but had been largely unavailable in the U.S. for decades until Holmes Cay revived it.

Despite being produced on Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean, this rum is actually bottled in New York, creating an intercontinental journey that adds to its mystique and rarity.

Main Ingredient: Molasses
Country of Origin: Réunion Island