From Martinique comes Santa Lucilia Rhum / Bot.1970s / Litre, a dark rum that speaks to Santa Lucilia's understanding of their craft. This is a producer that knows its strengths and plays to them — the result is a rum with genuine personality and a clear sense of place. At 40% ABV, it delivers its flavours with conviction.
Santa Lucilia approaches rum-making with a philosophy rooted in the traditions of Martinique. The production method ensures a characterful spirit that showcases the raw materials, and the attention to detail throughout the process is evident in the glass. Every decision in the distillery has been made with the final flavour in mind.
On the nose, expect dark toffee, treacle, cinnamon bark, dried orange peel, roasted nuts. The palate delivers dense with burnt sugar, coffee, dried orange, oak tannins, and layers of dark fruit complexity. The finish is extended finish with toffee, dark chocolate, and oak warmth.
Dark and Stormy is the obvious serve — ginger beer, a squeeze of lime, and this rum's molasses depth creates a genuinely satisfying long drink. It also works well in a Rum Old Fashioned, where the rich base flavours provide excellent structure. For after-dinner, try it neat with a square of dark chocolate.
Santa Lucilia Rhum / Bot.1970s / Litre is outstanding — one of the finest dark rums available today. Santa Lucilia has crafted something genuinely special here, and at £125.00 it represents remarkable value for the quality on offer. An essential purchase for any serious rum collection.
