Armagnac Cask
Curious explorers of Nine Leaves or Japanese spirits who enjoy high-ABV, experimental cask finishes and don’t mind trading polish for a distinctive, conversation-starting profile in tastings or clubs.
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How does this rum taste?
Most enjoy the quirky Nine Leaves character and Armagnac twist, but note a young feel, sharp alcohol and a somewhat flat, incoherent palate. Consensus: an experimental curiosity rather than a must‑have bottle.
If you already like Nine Leaves’ slightly sake-like vibe and enjoy quirky finishes, this is worth a try; if you expect a rich, seamless sipper, you’ll likely find it underwhelming.
Beginners, those sensitive to high ABV, or drinkers seeking an easy, sweet sipper with clear structure and depth rather than a slightly disjointed, experimental rum.
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About the Nine Leaves distillery
The Nine Leaves distillery is located in Japan. Rums from Nine Leaves have been reviewed 712 times with an average of 8.0/10.
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#5717 27.09.2025 Day one of the Whisky Live 2025, which this year looks better organized/arranged inside. This one is also a try to change the original profile that in my mind didn't really pay off. Light wood and peppery profile with some fruits and some medicinal notes.
Cette année, j’ai pu déguster toute la lineup, et… malheureusement, ce n’est pas mieux. Les rhums sont plus jeunes (2017 à 2020) et, globalement, encore moins convaincants. La série mise surtout sur les finishes : 2020 Sherry Pedro Ximénez – 60 % et 59 % 2018 Spanish Oak – 59 % 2018 Armagnac Cask – 59 % 2017 Red Wine Cask – 60 % S’il fallait en sauver un, ce serait le 2018 Spanish Oak : une finale dense, corsée, avec cette impression de “mâcher un bâton de réglisse”. Intéressant, sans être transcendant. On sent clairement que cette gamme reste expérimentale, en quête d’un équilibre entre la base et le type de vieillissement. Mais pour l’instant, je dois l’avouer : je ne suis pas le public visé. Des rhums de dégustation plus que de plaisir, parfaits pour un club de dégustation ou une session découverte, mais pas vraiment des bouteilles que j’aurais envie de garder dans mon bar.
Sì sente il legno ma non ne capisco il senso