LA FAVORITE - Cuvée La Flibuste - Vintage 1986 - 40%
La Favorite remains one of the very last independent distilleries in Martinique, alongside Neisson. Founded in 1842 on the remains of the former Les Jambettes sugar factory, it took the name La Favorite in 1851. Purchased by Henri Dormoy in 1909, the sugar factory was transformed into a distillery thanks to several innovations. After a period of closure during the year 1938 due to the misadventures of Albert Dormoy, the distillery was revived in 1956 under the impetus of his younger brother, André. Since then, La Favorite has perpetuated a unique artisanal know-how: it cultivates nearly 60 hectares of sugar cane and also sources from local producers. Rare and precious, it still operates exclusively thanks to a steam engine dating from 1906, a true witness to an invaluable historical heritage. The vesou (pure cane juice fermented for up to 72 hours) is distilled in two Creole columns, one of which, entirely made of copper, was installed in 1957 and the other, more recent, in 1986.
The Cuvée Flibuste from La Favorite represents the brand's excellence and symbolizes the growing prestige of Martinican agricultural rums. This 1986 vintage is distinguished by an exceptional aging of 30 years in oak barrels that previously contained Cognac, under the enlightened supervision of Cellar Master Robert Charles. This long maturation in noble wood brings La Flibuste rum a rare aromatic complexity, enriched with subtle notes inherited from Cognac. The olfactory and gustatory palette, of great richness, seduces lovers of exceptional rums seeking finesse, depth, and authenticity. Each bottle of this iconic cuvée is produced in a very limited series, then assembled, waxed, and hand-numbered, a guarantee of unparalleled artisanal craftsmanship.
This exclusive edition, delivered with its Flibuste canister, is to be discovered at Clos des Spiritueux, your specialized reference for rare and exceptional rums. Enjoy a refined selection, expert advice, and a personalized shopping experience to enrich your cellar with exceptional spirits. Explore now the Clos des Spiritueux catalog to find all the great cuvées of La Favorite and the best vintages of Martinique!
