Velier Arawaks Vieux Vaval (First Release) 2015 8yr 51,8%
The "Vieux Vaval (First Release)" from the Arawaks distillery in Haiti, bottled by Velier, offers a unique tasting experience. Distilled in 2015 from sugar cane juice and aged for 8 years, this cask strength rum at 51.8% ABV reveals complex aromas of dried fruit, glue, and ester, with hints of alcohol. On the palate, it's an intriguing mix of floral, apple, and sweet flavors, accompanied by a distinctive funk. While the alcohol presence is notable, it is well-integrated, offering accessibility beyond typical unaged variants. With reduced floral notes, it might seem milder but remains a good rum with a balanced profile. Perfect for those seeking a distinct Haitian rum experience, this release is a delightful surprise.
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The Arawaks distillery is located in Haiti. Rums from Arawaks have been reviewed 322 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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Mike H.
9 December 2023
“82 points. Tasted at the WLP 2023.”
F.L.O.
15 June 2024
“The first impression is still a little spongy. Typical Vaval on the nose, just a little weaker than a fresh unaged distillate. Then a little irritating on the tongue... The alcohol is present but well integrated. The floral notes are clearly reduced. This makes it more accessible, but also somehow more boring than the unaged or 4y. Nevertheless, still a good rum. "Won't and can't" describes it quite well. I'll have to try it again... not that I'm doing it an injustice.”
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Pavel Spacek
5 December 2023
“WLP tastings”