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River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum
700ml & 138 Proof
What is River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum?
River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum is the only rum still made using a water-powered mill from 1840 and wild fermentation, resulting in an intense 69% ABV spirit that's so potent, it's nicknamed "flight proof" because it's the highest strength allowed on airplanes.
Why do we love River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum?
Cocktail enthusiasts should cherish River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum for its unparalleled authenticity, as it's produced using 18th-century techniques, including a water-powered mill from 1840 and wild fermentation, resulting in a potent, vegetal, and intensely flavored spirit that truly captures Grenada's terroir.
How do you drink River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum?
River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum is best savored neat or with a single large ice cube to fully appreciate its intense, wild character, though it can also add a powerful kick to tropical cocktails; its robust flavor profile makes it an excellent companion for spicy Caribbean dishes or grilled meats, especially on warm summer evenings.
Nose: Intense vegetal aromas leap from the glass. Fresh starfruit and kiwi dominate, followed by green peppercorns and a hint of mint. A subtle petrol note adds complexity.
Palate: Powerful and warming on entry. Crisp Williams pear and tart green strawberry flavors emerge, balanced by zesty lime. Fresh hay notes provide an earthy undertone. The high proof is evident but not overwhelming.
Finish: Long-lasting and well-balanced. Fresh mint lingers alongside green banana. A distinctive burnt rubber character adds intrigue. The warmth slowly fades, leaving a clean, slightly vegetal aftertaste.
River Antoine Estate Rivers Royale Grenadian Rum is crafted using a centuries-old process, where hand-cut sugarcane is crushed by a water-powered mill from 1840, and the juice is fermented spontaneously in open-air vats before being distilled in antique pot stills to an exceptionally high proof of 75-80% ABV.
Main Ingredient: Sugarcane
Country of Origin: Grenada
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