LA FAVORITE - Exploration No.4 - 51.5%
La Favorite is one of the last iconic independent distilleries of Martinique, alongside Neisson. Founded in 1842 on the remains of an old sugar factory called Les Jambettes, it was renamed La Favorite in 1851. In 1909, following the acquisition by Henri Dormoy, many improvements were made to transform the sugar factory into an exceptional agricole rum distillery. Despite the halt of its activities in the 1938s, due to events related to the gambling enthusiasm of Albert Dormoy, Henri's son, La Favorite was revived thanks to André, his younger brother, who undertook a complete renovation in 1956, bringing this Martinican institution back to life.
Today, La Favorite cultivates sugar cane on an area of 60 hectares, while also sourcing from carefully selected local small producers. The distillery still operates entirely thanks to a vintage steam engine, built in 1906, a testament to its artisanal heritage. The vesou (cane juice) is obtained after a long fermentation of up to 72 hours, ensuring a unique aromatic richness. It is then distilled in two traditional Creole columns, one of which, entirely made of copper, has been in service since 1957, while the other, more modern, dates from 1986. This process gives La Favorite a quality and authenticity recognized worldwide.
Exploration No.4 is an exceptional white rum from the 2021 harvest, aged for 16 months in 8 new American oak barrels, carefully selected from the famous family cooperage Navarre. These barrels have a light toast, preserving the subtle aromas and freshness of the rum. Put into aging in October 2021, it was bottled in March 2023, with a limited production of 2,400 bottles, thus guaranteeing the exclusivity and rarity of this edition. This rum combines tradition, know-how, and innovation, offering an unforgettable tasting experience for lovers of fine agricole rums.
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