BOLOGNE - White Rum - Black Cane - 50%
The prestigious Bologne distillery, founded in 1887 in Guadeloupe, in the heart of the French Antilles, enjoys an idyllic setting where the sea meets the mountains. This unique terroir, of volcanic origin, is ideal for growing sugar cane, thanks to mineral-rich soil, optimal sun exposure, and pure mountain spring water. These natural elements combined with the iodine-rich air give Bologne rums their exceptional character and unmatched uniqueness in the premium rum market.
But Bologne's uniqueness doesn't stop there. The distillery is the only one on the island still cultivating Black Cane, an old variety abandoned due to its low sugar yield. Yet, this rare cane produces juices of remarkable quality and aromatic potential, now integrated into the entire range of the house's products. This particularity is the strength and authenticity of Bologne rums.
Several years ago, the master distiller wanted to enhance this richness by creating a limited edition 100% Black Cane: the Bologne Black Cane 50%. The harvest of this black cane is done manually and exclusively in good weather, ensuring maximum juice concentration and avoiding any dilution. Harvested at optimal maturity, following a rigorous study of the plots—a rare practice in the rum world—the canes are then fermented and immediately distilled at low temperature in a copper column. The rapid process prevents any oxidation, thus preserving the unique aromatic intensity of the rum. The maturation allows favorable evaporation that concentrates the aromas, ensuring perfect refinement for an exceptional white rum.
In tasting, the Clos des Spiritueux team fell under the spell of this cuvée: a smooth nose with remarkable aromatic complexity, dominated by notes of exotic fruits and citrus, such as lime. Do not hesitate to aerate it long enough to reveal all its olfactory richness. On the palate, fruits and flowers stand out from the first breaths, then evolve towards spicy and marine notes. Soft and balanced, this rum lingers with a long aromatic persistence blending delicate flowers and subtle touches of ginger. To be enjoyed neat or in a ti'punch with friends for an authentic and gourmet experience!
