Distillerie du Simon
Distillerie du Simon — AOC Martinique icon for column‑still mastery and finishes
Distillerie du Simon is a cornerstone of AOC Martinique rum, powering beloved houses like HSE and Clément. On RumX, it showcases 332 expressions and earns a strong 8.0/10 median from 4,393 community reviews—clear evidence of consistent quality across styles, ages, and strengths.
From fresh sugarcane juice fermentation to precise Creole column distillation and careful oak maturation, this rum distillery champions clarity of cane, balance, and finesse. Expect elegant aged rums, inventive cask finishes (Port, Sauternes, Bordeaux), and terroir‑driven bottlings that convert curious newcomers into devoted agricole fans.
Popular rums from Distillerie du Simon
Rhum Chantal Comte HSE Cuvée Caribaea Rhum Vieux Agricole VO 2017
2017 4yr 57,02%
Surprisingly mature, tropical and spicy
La Confrérie du Rhum Clément Selection Exclusive (Batch 2) 2015
2015 5yr 59,9%
Balanced, woody-cocoa sipper
HSE Château La Tour Blanche Cask Finish 2014
2014 7yr 41%
A vibrant, balanced rum with inviting spice.
Top rated rums from Distillerie du Simon
Rhum Chantal Comte HSE Cuvée Caribaea Rhum Vieux Agricole VO 2017
2017 4yr 57,02%
Surprisingly mature, tropical and spicy
HSE Single Cask (MEB 2021) 2006
2006 15yr 47,8%
Balanced, woody agricole with cocoa-tobacco charm
La Confrérie du Rhum Clément Selection Exclusive (Batch 2) 2015
2015 5yr 59,9%
Balanced, woody-cocoa sipper
La Confrérie du Rhum HSE XO (Cuvée No. 22) 2016
2016 7yr - 8yr 48,2%
Fruity, herbal, and vanilla with wood nuances.
HSE Brut de fût 2015 Forêt de Montpensier 2015
2015 7yr 51,8%
Rich, woody, complex rum with spicy notes.
Flavour profile of Distillerie du Simon
Most frequently mentioned flavors
RumX drinkers love the bright cane aromatics, polished oak and expert cask management. Accessible sippers like Black Sheriff One Shot divide opinion, but VO/VSOPs deliver value and XOs feel gourmand and smooth. Wine‑cask finishes (Port, Marquis de Terme) earn praise for integration, while Single Cask MEB releases stand out for depth, balance and impressive drinkability. Overall sentiment is strong, reflected in a community median of 8.0/10.
Frequently Asked Questions about Distillerie du Simon
Popular independent bottlers of Distillerie du Simon
- S.A USINE DU MARIN 10 rums
- Rhum Chantal Comte 7 rums
- Les Rhums Monna 7 rums
- La Confrérie du Rhum 4 rums
- V&B 3 rums
- Romdeluxe 2 rums
- Isla del Ron 2 rums
- Compagnie des Indes 2 rums
About the Distillerie du Simon distillery
The Distillerie du Simon distillery is located in Martinique. Rums from Distillerie du Simon have been reviewed 4,511 times with an average of 8.0/10.