The Islay Rum Company Islay Rum Barrel Aged ex Islay Whisky Cask (70cl, 46%)

An aged rum from the Islay Rum Distillery in Port Ellen, the first rum distillery on Islay. Fermentation and distillation take place in Port Ellen, with slow fermentation and small-batch production. Maturation is completed entirely on Islay in oak casks that previously held heavily peated Islay single malt Scotch whisky, giving a light smoke note alongside vanilla and maritime saltiness. The cool maritime climate differs from the tropical regions of classic rum production. It is bottled at 46% in 70cl bottles. The nose brings green bananas, caramel and leather with light smoke. The palate combines sweet vanilla and salted caramel with tropical fruit and estery notes, light smoke, a subtle medicinal nuance and maritime saltiness. The finish is long and fills the mouth, giving the impression of a matured spirit.