The Mhoba Rum STRAND 101° High Ester & Glass Cask Blend is an exceptional creation from South Africa that pushes the boundaries of traditional rum production. With an impressive alcohol content of 58% vol. and a bottle size of 0.7 liters, this rum presents itself as a powerful, aromatically intense distillate that will delight both connoisseurs and lovers of spirits with a strong character.
Made from pure South African sugar cane juice instead of molasses, this rum represents the authentic style of a Pure Single Sugarcane Rum. The high ester content gives it a particularly expressive profile, which has been refined with a blend of different distillates. The "Strand 101° Blend" combines powerful high-ester rums with softer distillates matured in glass barrels, creating a harmonious balance of fruitiness, spice and depth. (automated translation)
Tasting notes:
The color of this rum is a light golden tone with light amber reflections. The nose reveals a complex spectrum of aromas with intense notes of overripe tropical fruits, fermented bananas, pineapple and guava, accompanied by nuances of glue, vanilla, coconut and a hint of toasted wood. On the palate, it is powerful and multi-layered with an explosive mix of fruit esters, sweet spice and earthy nuances. The distinctive, almost oily texture is accompanied by strong aromas such as green sugar cane, ripe mango and spicy pepper. The finish is long-lasting and intense, with lingering notes of vanilla, oak, tropical fruit and a slight smokiness.
The Mhoba Rum STRAND 101° High Ester & Glass Cask Blend is a rum for true connoisseurs and is ideal for pure enjoyment to experience its complex aromas in full depth. Due to its intense profile, it can also be used as a base for cocktails with a strong character, such as a Rum Sour, a Jungle Bird or a High Ester Daiquiri. If you want to combine it with food, you should opt for strong flavors: Dishes with grilled meat, exotic spices or dark chocolate harmonize perfectly with the complex aromas of this exceptional rum.
