Velier Arawaks Clairin Ansyen Vaval (The Nectar) 2018 4yr 50%

Fresh, complex, citrus-driven Clairin rum.

Clairin Ansyen Vaval offers floral, smoky notes with a fresh citrus aroma and a light vanilla finish, appealing mostly to those who enjoy vibrant, fresh rums.



How does this rum taste?

  • Fresh citrus aroma
  • Floral and smoky taste
  • Well-balanced profile

Clairin Ansyen Vaval (The Nectar) is a unique Haitian rum from the Arawaks distillery, bottled by Velier. Distilled in 2018 using a pot still from sugarcane juice and aged for over four years, this rum offers a complex aroma dominated by citrus and fresh sugarcane notes, with subtle hints of vanilla and caramel. On the palate, its floral and smoky character is complemented by citrus undertones and a light vanilla finish. While some user reviews highlight its fresh and rounded profile, others find the flavors too light or not as bold due to the Caroni cask aging. This Clairin is best appreciated by those who favor fresh, citrus-driven rums.

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Citrus Sugarcane Fresh Floral

Taste

Floral Citrus Smoky Vanilla

Finish

Citrus Medicinal Marmalade Vegetal

How is this rum rated?

8.0/10
15 reviews
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8.0/10

"Ein frischer angenehmer runder Clairin in guter Trinkstärke! Er ist für meinen Geschmack schon fast zu leicht, wass seine Qualität aber nicht im geringsten schmälert. Insgesamt ist er mehr auf der zitrus- und pflanzlichen (frischen) Seite. Ein Sipper für den Sommer"

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8.4/10

"#4520 09.12.2023 This is a very fresh profile with a medicinal touch. The palate is well rounded with light glue and a faint smoky note. The finish is medium to long with a nice citrus touch. The empty glass has some faint tar and light caramel."

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7.8/10

"Nase wie ein leichter 90er Jahre Uitvlugt. Im Gaumen recht metallisch für einen Clairin. Natürlich insgesamt sehr grasig. Vom Caroni Fass bekommt man ein paar dreckige Töne. Hintenraus recht scharf."

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6.0/10

"Blind tasting, therefore sensibly without the usual photo. I don't like the taste of rum at all, especially the finish, which tastes like pickled wood (who does that!?). I'm unable to classify the country. Resolution: RX16631 (Confirmed once again: This clairin-caroni combo is just not my cup of tea)."

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Details about this rum

Country
Distillery
Bottler
RumX ID
RX16631
ABV
50%
Category
Rhum Agricole
Vintage
2018
Bottled
2022
Cask number
#VA17CR-7
Made from
Sugar cane juice
Distillation
Pot Still
Age
4 years 1mo
Bottle volume
70cl
Price range
<250€
Type of spirit
Rum
Velier • Arawaks 2018 &nbsp; 4yr &nbsp; 50% Clairin Ansyen Vaval (The Nectar)

How is the price of this rum developing?

Ø Market value
109€

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7
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1
Open rate
13%

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About the Arawaks distillery

The Arawaks distillery is located in Haiti. Rums from Arawaks have been reviewed 379 times with an average of 8.0/10.


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