Venezuela’s ultra-premium and award-winning rum Ron Carúpano, is for the first time now available to buy here in the UK, and just in time for Christmas, making it the perfect gift for any rum aficionado.
Founded in 1762 in the Carúpano Valley, Ron Carúpano has been at the heart of Venezuelan rum-making and over time has become a symbol of excellence, renowned for producing some of the finest aged rums in the world that honour tradition but at the same time embrace innovation.
Ron Carúpano’s history and success is steeped in a legacy of craftsmanship, heritage and a genuine passion for what they do.
The brand’s latest release earned them five Double Gold medals at a number of prestigious international competitions, including the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. This reflects the unique quality of a rum that combines a distinct terroir, Caribbean Sea salt and spring water from Venezuela, all handcrafted by expert master blenders.
Ron Carúpano Reserva 12 come from Destilería Carúpano and combines a selection of rum aged in American oak barrels with some of its special reserves and is aged for up to 12 years. It is best enjoyed neat, poured over some ice or topped with tonic or soda water and garnished with lemon peel, depending on individual tastes.
This dark rum has deep notes of burnt brown sugar, maple and dried fruit, along with sultanas, cinnamon, woody spices and a touch of damp oak.
It is the perfect drink to warm you and your guests up at any festive gathering, bringing a degree of sophistication to any occasion.
The Ron Carúpano range is available to buy at Master of Malt and Ron Carupano Reserva 12 is priced at £35.62 for a 70cl bottle (ABV: 40%).
For more information on Ron Carúpano rums, please visit: www.roncarupano.com.
Author Bio:
Simon Burrell is a UK-based travel and motoring journalist and editor, a former member of The British Guild of Travel Writers and professional photographer.
Image courtesy of Ron Carúpano
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