Clairin Sajous Saint Michel de l'Attalaye Haiti Rum (70cl, 54.3%)

Clairin Sajous is a Haitian agricole rum from Saint Michel de l'Attalaye, made by Michel Sajous. It is distilled from fresh-pressed juice of organically farmed, native Cristalline cane, an ancient heirloom variety found only in this part of Haiti. Fermentation uses native wild yeasts, and the spirit is distilled once in a direct-fire pot still, then bottled undiluted at 54.3% ABV with no additives. The nose is intense and expressive, with fresh sugarcane, lemongrass, lime peel and a subtle vegetal funk. The palate is lively and textural, with herbal tea, white pepper, green banana, earthy cane juice and clean minerality. The finish is long and zesty, with citrus blossom, sea salt and sun-warmed earth.