Clairin
Funky, smoky, mezcal-like Haitian adventure.
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Clairin by Velier is an expressive Haitian rum, distilled at Le Rocher in 2018 from sugar cane juice using pot stills. With an ABV of 49.8%, it offers an intriguing fusion of fermented, floral, and citrus notes, leading to a complex profile enriched with earthy and smoky undertones. Often likened to mezcal in its aroma and taste, this Clairin captivates with its wild, funky character, typical of Haitian styles. Enthusiasts appreciate its unpredictable nature and the historical craftsmanship it embodies, according to RumX reviews. Its ability to stand out in cocktails and as a sipping rum is widely acknowledged, making it a must-try for those seeking a unique experience. Exclusive to the independent bottler Velier, it promises both heritage and innovation in every sip.
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About the Le Rocher distillery
The Le Rocher distillery is located in Haiti. Rums from Le Rocher have been reviewed 192 times with an average of 8.1/10.
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This Clairin from Velier is incredibly strong with strong peat/smoke and solvent aromas. Slight presence of olives.Compared to the Sajous it lacks more fruity notes.Great rum!Clairin Rums are true rums that have not altered over time and retain those fermentation and distillation processes of yesteryear. They are among the few rums left to give us a historical memory of what this great distillate was like. They are our past and at the same time our future!
A very nice and well rounded release and I really like the light smoke on the finish. The empty glass also has some light smoke to it after a while.
Le Rocher is probably my favorite of all the Velier clairins, and is definitely the most distinct. It’s pungent and wild, with a herbal/earthy quality reminiscent of Mezcal and a grassy brightness that mingles with some vegetal, plastic-y, and overripe fruit notes. It really demands your attention when sipped, makes some fantastic cocktails, all while sitting on the shelf at a remarkably affordable price.
The nose is quite promising as it is very heavy and animal. It is both smoky and herbaceous. It is very fresh and there are traces of mezcal in the background! It's a very expressive-funky, Haitian-specific flavor profile. The Dunder has done its job well ... The attack in mouth is slightly acidic with notes of lemon-lime. The alcohol is perfectly integrated and it tastes easy. The mouth is creamy and floral on the lily of the valley. But quickly the smokiness takes its fullness and its place. A long and earthy finish typical of Haiti concludes this tasting.