Velier Arawaks Clairin Ansyen Vaval 39 Mois Julian Biondi (ex-sherry)

Rich, herbal, with a dominant sherry finish.

Complex herbal profile
Long-lasting finish
Unique flavor experience
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Clairin Ansyen Vaval exemplifies Haitian artistry with herbal aromas, sherry notes, and a complex spice profile, although the sherry finish may overpower its natural essence.

79.00 €
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    How does this rum taste?

    Clairin Ansyen Vaval 39 Mois Julian Biondi (ex-sherry) is a distinctively Haitian rum from Arawaks distillery, expertly managed by Velier. Distilled in 2017 from sugar cane juice using a pot still, and matured for over three years, this rum boasts a notable 50.3% ABV. An aromatic blend, it offers herbal and barrel notes with complex spices and overripe hues. On the palate, sherry and barrel flavors dominate with hints of herbal and spicy elements accentuated by a touch of sour cherry. While some users highlight its rich character and artisanal quality, others suggest the sherry influence might overshadow its original vibrancy.

    Aroma

    Barrel Herbal Complex Spice

    Taste

    Barrel Sherry Medicinal Herbal

    How is this rum rated?

    8.2/10 28 reviews
    Top 26% Haiti
    Top 25% Arawaks

    Great rum! Marked sherry and grape aromas with woody notes. I initially underestimated it then began to appreciate it. In my opinion the former sherry cask affected the rum too much, a bit like what happens with former whiskey casks.

    I think that the barrel takes more than it gives in this case. Definitely get the wood, which is nice, but the vibrancy of the unaged Vaval is significantly diminished.

    This rum needs to rest for a while because it is rather pungent once in the glass. One of a kind in my mind in the flavour profile and a very, very long finish. The flavours just stick to your palate for a very long time.

    Mentol a tresen, pro me zklamani

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    Details about this rum

    Country
    Distillery
    Bottler
    RumX ID
    RX9377
    ABV
    50,3%
    Category
    Clairin
    Vintage
    2017
    Cask number
    #VA17OL-1
    Made from
    Sugar cane juice
    Distillation
    Pot Still
    Age
    3 years 3mo
    Bottle volume
    70cl
    Price range
    <100€
    Type of spirit
    Rum
    Velier • Arawaks 2017 &nbsp; 3yr &nbsp; 50,3% Clairin Ansyen Vaval 39 Mois Julian Biondi (ex-sherry)

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    Open rate
    48%

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    About the Arawaks distillery

    The Arawaks distillery is located in Haiti. Rums from Arawaks have been reviewed 447 times with an average of 8.0/10.

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