Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum 70cl
Description
Elegant and Complex: Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum
Introduction
Zacapa rum is named after the city of Zacapa in Guatemala, and was created to commemorate the 100th anniversary celebration of its foundation. Coming from the Aztec Nahuatl language, the name Zacapa means “on the river of grass. Proudly made in Guatemala, Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum is a blend of rums aged between 6-23 years. They age the rum using casks that previously held robust American whiskies and fine wines, giving this delicious rum a complex and balanced sip.
The Process
Zacapa Rum is made using the first press of virgin sugar cane, instead of molasses (which is more common). By using sugar cane, it makes the rum sweeter and smoother. The yeast used during the fermentation process is derived from pineapples, which brings out incredible aromas and flavours, and through the distillation process the aroma and flavour charater and profiles are defind for each of the Zacapa Rums.
The Rum Journey
Master Blender, Lorena Vásquez carefully selects a range of cask types and styles for each rum to capture specific flavours and textures, and that will give the perfect colour. Each rum uses a selection of base casks and a unique cask. Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión base casks are American oak and charred American oak barrels that previously aged American whiskey and casks that previously aged Oloroso Sherry. The unique cask for this rum previously aged Pedro Ximénez wines.
Aged Above The Clouds
Zacapa Rum is aged 2,300 metres above sea level, allowing the rum to develop a deeper aroma and rich layeres of flavour. Their master blender, Lorena Vásquez explains that “Zacapa is aged at high altitude where the temperature is lower. The lower temperature also directly influences the oxygen levels which are lower as well, and this lower oxygen level aids in a slower aging process. The slower aging, allows for more time for the aromas and flavours to combine.”
Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión is The Passion Cask, and the 4th release from the Heavenly Cask Collection. It is made using a blend of rums of different ages, matured in ex-American whiskey, charred American whiskey and ex-Oloroso sherry casks and further aged in ex Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, which gives the rum a unique and distinctive sweetness.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: There is a fruity aroma and notes of vanilla, oak spice and a hint of nuttiness.
Taste: On the palate there is an abundance of flavours, with fruity notes of prunes, raisins and dates, with rich vanilla, coffee and chocolate.
Finish: This elegant and complex rum has a smooth and delicious finish.
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Perfect Serve
This special rum is perfect to be sipped neat, and works well in an Old Fashioned cocktail.
FAQ's
What is the Zacapa Heavenly Cask Collection?
The Heavenly Cask Collection is a series of Limited Release Rums from Zacapa.
How long is Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum aged for?
Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum is a blend of rums that have been aged between 6-23 years.
What is the Sistema Solera Aging method?
Solera is a way to age rum to keep consistancy batch after batch, and is adopted from the Spanish way to age sherry. The process involes having multiple barrels to capture specific flavours and texture. When the oldest barrel of rum is finished, it is replenished with the next oldest, and so on. The newest empty barrel is replenished with a new batch of rum.
Can this rum be enjoyed neat?
Yes, it can be enjoyed neat, with or without ice.
How should I store Zacapa Heavenly Cask La Pasión Rum?
Rum should be stored in a tightly sealed bottle in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources and direct sunlight. Stored this way, Rum will keep well for years, but the taste and quality of rum in an opened bottle will slowly change as it reacts with oxygen in the air. It is best to consume rum within 2 years of opening the bottle.
