The Rums of Mexico Caldo Rum (70cl, 52.3%)

Traditional Mexican sugarcane juice rum made by Orlando Vásquez in Tlaltetela, Veracruz, from fresh-pressed juice of cane varieties 290 and CP421. The juice is fermented with native yeast and distilled in a wood-fired four-plate continuous copper still, then bottled at 52.3% ABV with nothing added after distillation. The nose has truffle, charcoal smoke, vinegar and a wild, funky edge. The palate is layered and savoury, with banana, charred corn, white pepper and mandarin over roasted cherries and burnt berry jam.