Review #1010; Rum #343: Clairin Vieux Sajous Ex-Caroni Cask 5yr 2017

Clairin Vieux Sajous Ex-Caroni casks 2017 5yr

This is a limited release of Haitian Rum produced at the Chelo distillery and bottled by The Spirit of Haiti. This cane juice was distilled on a pot still and aged for 5 years in an ex-Caroni rum cask before being bottled at cask strength with no additives.

ABV: 52.14%

Nose: Industrial, faint hydraulic fluid, bine, olives, orange peel, pepper

Palate: Medium oily mouthfeel, Olive, Brine, hydraulic fluid, orange peel, peppery, lemon zest

Finish: Medium length finish, Brine, Olives, hydraulic fluid, orange peel, lemon zest

Rating: 7/10

A great release. Heavy on the caroni influence which is nice. However, I feel 5 years in an active cask has covered up the base flavor of this rum. But, it’s a nice vehicle for the Caroni flavor and is enjoyable to drink.

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2 | Poor | I wouldn’t consume by choice.

3 | Bad | Multiple flaws.

4 | Sub-par | Not bad, but better exists.

5 | Good | Good, just fine.

6 | Very Good | A cut above.

7 | Great | Well above average

8 | Excellent | Really quite exceptional.

9 | Incredible | An all time favorite

10 | Perfect | Perfect