SAINT JAMES - Double Cask - ex-armagnac & ex-porto - Private Cask PCS - 46.5%
The Saint-James Distillery, emblematic of Martinique, draws its roots from a rich history that began with Reverend Edmond Lefébure, Superior Father at the Brothers of Charity convent and passionate about chemistry. A visionary, he early recognized the exceptional potential of sugarcane eaux-de-vie distilled near his hospital, thus launching the artisanal production of rum. In 1973, the famous Cointreau company acquired the Saint-James Rums, centralizing production in the town of Sainte-Marie. Since 2003, the Saint-James Distillery has been proudly owned by La Martiniquaise, guaranteeing authenticity and traditional know-how for exceptional rums.
Saint James rum stands out for its meticulous production: it comes from natural fermentation followed by distillation in a creole column of pure fresh sugarcane juice. This ancestral technique, recognized by the Controlled Designation of Origin (A.O.C) of Martinique rum, gives Saint James rums a unique aromatic richness, perfectly suited for aging in selected oak barrels. Without any added sweeteners, each bottle offers a pure and authentic tasting experience. Committed to a sustainable development policy, the distillery optimizes its resources by reducing its carbon footprint: nearby sugarcane plantations limit transportation, bagasse is used as fuel to generate the steam necessary for distillation and milling, or transformed into compost and electricity via a turbo-alternator. Vinasse, the liquid residue from distillation, is treated to sustainably irrigate the plantations, thus closing the ecological loop.
The Double Cask is an exclusive creation, the result of a harmonious blend between young and old agricultural rums from the private collection of the Saint James Distillery. This exceptional cuvée finely combines a first vintage aged in ex-Armagnac oak barrels with a second selection long-aged in ex-Porto oak barrels, revealing depth and aromatic complexity. Limited to 1260 numbered bottles, this private edition will appeal to discerning enthusiasts seeking an exceptional rum with unique subtleties.
