Ophyum 23 ans is a molasses rum, blended from different Caribbean origins. The Oliver family, of Cuban origin, are experts in the practice of blending and Solera. They select rums of different ages, blend them and let them age once again in American and French oak barrels.
According to the Solera principle, the oldest rums (up to 23 years) educate the youngest to create a smooth, complex blend.
Nico's tasting notes
The nose is sweet and very fruity, with a good whiff of sweet-spiced candied orange peel. The oily side of the zest is what stands out most, completely melted and blended with vanilla liqueur.
Aeration brings a little more caramelization, and our orange peel starts to feel slightly toasted around the edges. The spices are an obvious match for this profile, with cinnamon feeling particularly at home.
The palate is soft and very fluid, and the orange peel is much less thick and sweet than we might have imagined. It's now orange blossom water that glides across the palate, spiced up all the same with a pinch of Christmas spice.
The finish is devoted to a soft, vanilla woodiness.
"A Christmas rum of sorts, full of orange peel and sweet spices..."
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