Le Gus‘t DDL Marrons de la Liberté Optimum Proof 2002 16yr 58,8%

Complex Caroni-Demerara blend with smoky, tar notes.

Marrons de la Liberté Optimum Proof offers a rich, complex mix of smoky tar, leather, and vanilla notes, with intriguing Caroni and Demerara influences.

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    How does this rum taste?

    • Complex flavor profile
    • Limited edition rarity
    • Smoky, tar-like aroma

    Marrons de la Liberté Optimum Proof is a distinctive Guyanese rum from Demerara Distillers Ltd, selected by Le Gus‘t. Distilled in 2002 and aged 16 years, this limited edition rum captivates with its rich profile, boasting smoky, tar, and leather aromas, complemented by vanilla and fruity notes. Though reminiscent of Caroni and Jamaican styles, its Demerara roots are evident, especially in the finish. Intense flavors of tar, oiliness, and citrus with hints of vanilla and leather create a complex palate. With only 96 bottles, it's a unique find for rum enthusiasts and collectors, appreciated for its blend of traditional and unexpected characteristics.

    Most frequently mentioned flavors

    Aroma

    Smoky Tar Leather Vanilla

    Taste

    Tar Oily Citrus Vanilla

    Finish

    Leather Barrel Spice Smoky

    How is this rum rated?

    8.7/10
    15 reviews

    Top 23%

    Guyana

    Top 12%

    Demerara Distillers Ltd

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    8.9/10

    "Demeroni ! Je rêvais de goûter la bête ! Merci Rodolphe pour le sample. Au nez de l’atelier mécanique typique de Caroni, pas d’erreur, mais ensuite des fruits tropicaux et de l’orange qui font plutôt penser à la Jamaïque. On sent un tout petit peu la dilution. En bouche l’orange ressort, mais le côté Caroni vient tout de suite après. En finale un peu d’amertume, des fruits et un côté fumé/boîte de cigares. Pas grand chose de Demerara dans ce rhum à part en finale. Goûté avec un gâteau d’anniversaire aux marrons et… accord parfait ! Que s’est-il passé ? Sans doute un fût de Caroni/Monymusk égaré chez DDL. Passionnant ! Le verre vide du lendemain offre des arômes de Demerara, à ne plus rien y comprendre…"

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    8.5/10

    "Blind hätte ich hier alles auf einen Caroni verwettet. Geile Überraschung! Für eine Top-Bewertung fehlt aber etwas Komplexität am Gaumen."

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    9.1/10

    "C'est un très beau profil. Autant le nez est un peu sombre, autant on trouve de beaux fruits gourmands pour contrebalancer les notes plus charpantées. Parfait mélange entre Caroni et Demerara"

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    9.0/10

    "Unbelievably delicious! What is this?! A perfect blend of the best from the Caroni and Diamond and Angostura distilleries? Incredibly awesome what a potpourri of citrus, milk chocolate and burnt rubber, and spices offered here. Extremely horny!!"

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX3024
    ABV
    58,8%
    Category
    Pot Still Rum
    Vintage
    2002
    Cask number
    #147
    Made from
    Molasses
    Distillation
    Pot Still
    Age
    16 years
    No. of bottles
    96
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Le Gus‘t • Demerara Distillers Ltd 2002   16yr   58,8% Marrons de la Liberté Optimum Proof

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    About the Demerara Distillers Ltd distillery

    The Demerara Distillers Ltd distillery is located in Guyana. Rums from Demerara Distillers Ltd have been reviewed 2,615 times with an average of 7.8/10.


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