Savanna Lontan arrives with the kind of quiet confidence that comes from knowing exactly what it is. The Lontan 57 from Savanna is an unaged, molasses-based Grand Arôme rum that delivers an intense and unforgettable flavor experience. Crafted through an extended fermentation process, t. At £63.75, it sits in a competitive bracket, but does it justify its place on the shelf?
From Distillerie de Savanna, bottled at 57.5% ABV, this expression offers an accessible entry point into aged rum without compromising on quality. Savanna has crafted something worth paying attention to here.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, Savanna Lontan presents nutmeg, honeycomb, walnut, brown sugar, golden raisin. It is an inviting and well-composed aromatic profile that draws you into the glass with each return.
The palate delivers warm butterscotch, baking spices, creamy vanilla, dried tropical fruit, toasted oak, toffee apple. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and powerfully concentrated, with each sip revealing new layers of complexity. There is a pleasing harmony between sweetness, oak influence, and natural spirit character that makes this an engaging dram.
The finish is long caramel fade and toasted almond afterglow. A satisfying conclusion that leaves you reaching for the glass once more.
How to Serve
Best enjoyed neat or with a single cube of ice to open up the oak-aged complexity without diluting it unduly. Savanna Lontan also performs beautifully in a rum Old Fashioned or a Mai Tai, where its matured character adds depth and sophistication that younger rums cannot match. This is a sipping rum first and foremost — take your time with it and let the warmth build.
The Verdict
Savanna Lontan earns a well-deserved 7 out of 9 on our scale, reflecting a well-crafted rum that delivers genuine quality and character for its price point. At £63.75, it offers strong value for the quality on offer and will reward repeat visits. A bottle worth seeking out and one we would happily pour again.
