Holmes Cay MHOBA South Africa 2017 4yr 59%
The "South Africa" rum from MHOBA distillery, selected by Holmes Cay, is a unique and distinctive cask strength spirit. Distilled from sugar cane juice and aged for 4 years, it boasts an ABV of 59%. On the nose, it reveals complex aromas of overripe pineapple, vibrant fruity esters, and funky vinegar notes. The flavor profile includes rich tropical fruits like banana and berries, with hints of ester and a touch of whisky barrel influence. This rum is characterized by its bold and intense high ester notes, making it perfect for those who appreciate rich, funky rums. Enjoy the intriguing blend of sweetness, fermented fruit, and unique agricole notes in this limited release of only 1026 bottles.
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Holmes Cay's MHOBA 2017 is a wild, funky rum with intense ester notes, overripe fruits, and a hint of butterscotch. Complex, not for daily sipping, but an exciting, unique experience. Perfect for those who love high ester rums.
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RX11124
59%
Pot Still Rum
2017
#48
Sugar cane juice
Pot Still
4 years
1026
75cl
Under 250€
Rum
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About the MHOBA distillery
The MHOBA distillery is located in South Africa. Rums from MHOBA have been reviewed 1,411 times with an average of 8.2/10.
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Frank
23 May 2024
“Vom ersten Mhoba an, liebe ich diese Destille, mit ihrem ganz eigenen Rum-Profil. Dieser hier reifte die gesamten 4 Jahre in einem südafrikanischem Whisky-Fass - vielleicht Bains? Nase: eindeutiges Mhoba-Profil, vergorene Früchte mit Honig und Joghurt. Überreife Banane und Papaya und leicht pflanzlich Richtung Olive. Auch dabei ist der typische Funk, der sich mit Frucht-Estern und Essig bemerkbar macht. Das Whisky-Fass bemerke ich hier ehrlich gesagt nicht. Aber, wie immer gut. 8,4 Gaumen: ja, jetzt zeichnet sich der Whisky doch ab. Der klassische Mhoba wirkt etwas gerstiger, gröber. Die Grundlage ist aber wieder vergorene Frucht und Honig mit leicht bitter-salzigem Antritt. Ester und Banane. Wirkt doch etwas trocken. Täuscht es mich oder kommt das im Abgang noch etwas Seife hinzu? 8,0 Tatsächlich gefällt mir das Whisky-Fass nicht so gut, auch wenn es dem üblichen Mhoba Geschmack eine deutlich andere Note hinzufügt.”
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Jakob
9 May 2024
“Lots of youthful freshness, accentuated fruity notes with some sweetness on the nose. On the palate, there is a spicy, roasted aroma reminiscent of cigar smoke - heavy tobacco aromas combined with smoke. For me, it could have a little less of a roasted note, but that is a matter of taste. All in all, a good overall package.”
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Kayla Roy
8 December 2022
“Phenomenal, how delicious! This is not for everyone, but if you like funky, almost gross smelling rum (if you know, you know) this is the thing. It smells like white dog and fights like a much younger distillate. Wonderful!”
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