First Impressions
Ron Cubay Anejo Suave is a Cuban rum aged for seven years in oak casks, despite the '5 Year Old' label which refers to the brand tier rather than actual age. The word 'suave' means 'smooth' in Spanish, and this rum lives up to the name with an effortlessly drinkable character.
Tasting Notes
The nose is sweet and inviting. Caramel and vanilla lead, with honey and peach adding fruitiness. Sweet tobacco and gentle oak round things out. On the palate, sweetness defines the experience. Caramel richness and vanilla provide the foundation, with honey warmth and peach sweetness adding charm. Light-bodied and easy at 37.5%.
The finish is medium, with caramel and honey fading to gentle warmth.
How to Drink It
Neat over ice, in a Cuba Libre, or as an introduction to Cuban rum for newcomers. The sweetness and low ABV make it supremely approachable.
The Bottom Line
Ron Cubay earns a 6 — a pleasant, smooth Cuban rum that does exactly what it promises. At £32, it's fairly priced for seven years of ageing. Not complex, but genuinely suave.
