Carnival Guatemala & Belize is the result of a collaboration between Old Brothers and JoeyStarr. It is a blend of rums selected in the tropics, in Guatemala and Belize (the distilleries of origin remain secret).
Carnival Sun Juice is a range of spirits that sounds like an invitation to travel. Launched by Anthony Martins and JoeyStarr in 2023, the brand is an invitation to discover cultural and festive roots, as well as traditions of all origins.
This second creation is composed of column-distilled molasses rums. The rums have been aged in the tropics for 3 years in American oak barrels that previously contained bourbon.
The bottle illustration is by artist Nilko White. He also designed the label for Old Brothers' first collaboration with JoeyStarr.
Nico's tasting notes
The nose opens with a simply pleasant profile, which does not rely as one might think solely on toasted and caramelized wood, sweet spices and nuts. These typical markers are there, of course, but they are surrounded by a happy bunch of fruits on their way to carnival.
Aeration brings surprising notes that tend towards confectionery, with some tangy hints quickly overtaken by vanilla syrup and other sweet spices.
The mouth is even more inhabited by fruit than the nose could be, which is once again a nice surprise. We then navigate in a tangy and sweet universe, with large caramelized and gently spicy waves which pass overboard from time to time.
The finish is round and slightly roasted.
“An easy, pleasant and ultimately quite surprising tasting from start to finish…”
MANOLO
Excellent
An unforgettable tasting
Finesse and delicacy of perfumes and flavors.
To be reserved for gourmets with a refined palate.
romuald brochet
Good but expensive
Christel
Perfect fast
Greg
For me, the best of the series, an explosion of exotic fruits on the palate. Just great!