Packaged in the magnificent dark bottle that characterizes the young Mauritian brand, Arcane Delicatissime Grand Gold Rum is distilled from pure cane juice harvested without burning to preserve the freshness of its aromas. The cuvée is then aged in oak barrels for 18 months to soften and acquire a light woody touch.
Arcane Delicatissime can be enjoyed at room temperature or as a cocktail.
Nico's tasting notes
On the nose, unlike other Arcane rums, we're immediately in the presence of a very familiar amber agricole. There's a balance of citrus, cane and white pepper. The cane is round and floral, evoking a light honey of white flowers. The fibrous side of cane straw has been set aside to favor the simpler, more pleasant aspect of rhum agricole. Despite some fresh spices that indicate slight aging, this is close to a sweet, fragrant white rum.
White flowers and honey continue to lead the way after a little time in the glass. The cane is as delicious as ever, with just a hint of woodiness. The light vanilla provided by the wood is immediately balanced by a zest of lime. The rum is ready to be enjoyed.
Spicy on the palate, also a little woody, we might regret a slight lack of freshness and pizzazz, but the sweetness and roundness of the cane au naturel hold up well.
Quite long on the palate, the vegetal cane lingers elbow-to-elbow with a white woodiness.
"Here's a rum that chooses a very gentle approach to agricole. Just tinted by a short wood ageing period, it's perfect for a gentle introduction to the style..."
