Le Galion Rhum Martinique grand arôme (1950s) 44%

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8.2 / 10
16 reviews

Nostalgic, complex aromas, minty with balanced finish.

This 1950s Rhum Martinique from Le Galion blends complex aromas and minty, spiced flavors with a balanced finish. A fascinating find for vintage rum enthusiasts.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Complex aromatic profile
    • Well-integrated ABV
    • Vintage charm

    Rhum Martinique Grand Arôme (1950s) from Le Galion distillery is a molasses-based rum with a 44% ABV. Its profile features a complex aromatic bouquet dominated by strawberry and frankincense. On the palate, it exhibits minty, allspice, and tannin notes. Despite a shorter finish, it maintains a pleasantly balanced character with a blend of fruity and grassy tones and a darker undertone reminiscent of Guyanese style. Users appreciate the rum's vintage charm and intricate flavor but note a slightly subdued palate compared to its aromatic nose. This unique agricole rum showcases a heavier sweetness and a light, floral touch.

    Most frequently mentioned flavors

    Aroma

    Strawberry Frankincense Mango Banana

    Taste

    Minty Allspice Tannins Cinnamon

    Finish

    Barrel Tannins Currants Sour

    How is this rum rated?

    8.2/10
    16 reviews
    Top 30% Le Galion
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    8.4/10

    "Ungewöhnlicher Agricole. Geht Richtung Le Galion. Hat eine schöne, schwere Süße."

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    8.2/10

    "#4163 A very nice Agricole with a slightly atypical profile. Loved the menthol and floral notes and the ABV was well integrated."

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    8.7/10

    "Großartig! Alte Schule. Schön ausgewogen, trotz der wenigen Prozente nicht dünn, viel Melasse, fruchtig-grasig mit dunklen, leicht muffigen Guyana-Note."

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    7.8/10

    "Very round vintage grand arome. Lots of currant, sour cherry, menthol, cinnamon gum, tannins and bitter orange . Yummy! Would love to test in full proof!"

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    RumX ID
    RX12810
    ABV
    44%
    Made from
    Molasses
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Le Galion 44% Rhum Martinique grand arôme (1950s)

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    About the Le Galion distillery

    The Le Galion distillery is located in Martinique. Rums from Le Galion have been reviewed 514 times with an average of 8.0/10.


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