Malecon 20 Years - Rare Proof 1996
Sweet vanilla, woody, lacks integration; robust but sweet.
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The "20 Years - Rare Proof" rum from Malecon distillery in Panama is crafted from 1996 molasses and aged for two decades with an ABV of 48.4%. Described by users as sweet and syrupy with prominent vanilla, woody, and spicy notes, it tends to be more agreeable in flavor than the 1999 edition. However, some find the alcohol integration lacking and the rum excessively astringent and sweet. With aromas of vanilla, woody nutty caramel, and tastes of spice and brown sugar, it's a classic representation of Panamanian "Ron" style rum. While some praise its robust character and rich taste, others wish for more fruity notes and find it somewhat forgettable.
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About the Malecon distillery
The Malecon distillery is located in Panama. Rums from Malecon have been reviewed 515 times with an average of 7.3/10.
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It’s the best one in the “Rare Proof Series” first batch. It’s seems that Panama is my favorite country when it comes to the sweet Spanish styled Ron, cause I also like “Ron Zafra”.
Compared to the 1999 this one ia a lot better. Far more punch in the flavours and wood. Still on the sweet side and kind of syrupy, without it being too dominant.
For 20 years this is very sharp. Sweetened although not to a massiv level. All I. All it is fine. But kind of forgettable...
Fruity notes are hidden behind strong vanilla and sweetness. Salty cashews stand out in the taste. Too sweet overall.