Clement has crafted something worth paying attention to with Clement Ambre Rum Agricole Single Traditional Column Still Rum. Hailing from Caribbean, this agricole expression represents the kind of rum-making that rewards careful tasting and an open mind.
Clement has built a reputation for quality in the agricole category, and this bottling continues that tradition. A fragrant, grassy rum from Clement, matured in oak casks for 12 months creating oaky notes of freshly-cut grass, vanilla and cinnamon.. It is this attention to craft that elevates the final product beyond the ordinary.
On the nose, the rum opens with an inviting complexity that draws you into the glass. There is a confident interplay between the spirit's natural character and the influence of maturation, creating layers that reveal themselves gradually. The palate confirms what the nose promises — this is a rum with genuine substance. At 40% ABV, the alcohol is well-integrated, never harsh or overwhelming, allowing the full spectrum of flavour to unfold across the tongue. The mouthfeel is pleasingly weighted, with enough body to carry the flavours without becoming heavy or cloying.
As for serving, Clement Ambre Rum Agricole Single Traditional Column Still Rum works beautifully in a Ti Punch or Daiquiri, where its grassy complexity can truly express itself. That said, a spirit at this level of quality deserves at least one tasting neat before you start mixing — you will want to appreciate the complexity that Clement has worked so hard to achieve.
At £31.95, Clement Ambre Rum Agricole Single Traditional Column Still Rum offers solid quality and merits a place on any rum lover's shelf. Scoring 7 out of 10, it holds its own in the agricole category. Worth seeking out.
