Oaks & Ames White Rum arrives with the kind of quiet confidence that comes from knowing exactly what it is. Oaks & Ames is a sugarcane juice–based rum from Mauritius, distilled in small batches using hybrid copper stills. It offers a distinctive mushroom and Parmesan funk, balanced by a fresh,. At £43.95, it sits in a competitive bracket, but does it justify its place on the shelf?
Distilled at Oaks & Ames Distillery, this agricole rum reflects a commitment to craft that is evident from the first pour. Mauritius has a proud distilling heritage, and this bottling carries that legacy forward.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, Oaks & Ames White Rum presents herbaceous, white flowers, mineral, floral meadow, fresh-cut grass. It is an inviting and well-composed aromatic profile that draws you into the glass with each return.
The palate delivers grassy sugarcane, herbal complexity, mineral freshness, floral delicacy, green olive brine. The mouthfeel is well-balanced and approachable, with each sip revealing new layers of complexity. The fresh cane juice character provides a distinctly different drinking experience to molasses-based rums, with an almost wine-like terroir quality.
The finish is clean grassy fade with herbal close. It is a finish that rewards patience and invites contemplation — the hallmark of a truly accomplished spirit.
How to Serve
The Ti Punch is the classic serve and the one we would recommend first — a measure of rum, a disc of lime pressed against the glass, and a barspoon of cane syrup. The simplicity of this cocktail allows the terroir-driven character of the rum to shine unimpeded. It also works beautifully in a Daiquiri, where the grassy, herbal notes provide an entirely different dimension to the cocktail compared with a molasses-based spirit.
The Verdict
Oaks & Ames White Rum earns a well-deserved 8 out of 9 on our scale, reflecting an exceptional spirit that stands out in even the most competitive company. At £43.95, it is competitively priced and delivers well beyond its bracket — a genuine find. A worthy representative of Mauritius's rum-making tradition, and a bottle we would happily recommend.
