FRC Unaged Ecuador Heavy Rum - Romero & Sons (70cl, 60%)

An unaged heavy rum from Ecuador, bottled at 60% ABV in a 70cl bottle, with an outturn of 268 bottles. Romero & Sons uses sugar cane juice and sugar cane honey, distilling entirely in a stainless steel pot still. The rum shows floral and fruity impressions, grassy notes, a soft creamy character and spicy accents. Romero & Sons is a family business from Quito with a history dating to 1906. The label's multicoloured stripe motif refers to traditional Andean weaving. The nose is intense and fruity, with floral aromas and glue-like notes alongside a light sugar cane tone. The palate is intense and clearly alcoholic, with citrus, sugar cane, light glue notes and a fine floral nuance. The finish is medium to long, with floral and glue-like impressions, light fruit and a discreet sugar cane tone.