Vietnam 2018 / 6 Year Old / Flag Series / La Maison Du Whisky arrives with the kind of quiet confidence that comes from knowing exactly what it is. A Vietnamese rum distilled from pure sugarcane juice from the Quang Nam province as part of La Maison du Whisky's Flag Series of cask strength rums. At £126.00, it sits in a competitive bracket, but does it justify its place on the shelf?
Distilled at La Maison Du Whisky (La Maison Du Whisky), this agricole rum reflects a commitment to craft that is evident from the first pour. Vietnam has a proud distilling heritage, and this bottling carries that legacy forward.
Tasting Notes
On the nose, Vietnam 2018 / 6 Year Old / Flag Series / La Maison Du Whisky presents green olive, cucumber, wet stone, lemongrass, celery salt. It is an inviting and well-composed aromatic profile that draws you into the glass with each return.
The palate delivers wet stone, vegetal sweetness, earthy depth, lemongrass brightness. The mouthfeel is full-bodied and powerfully concentrated, 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 delicate floral tail with dry, crisp 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
Vietnam 2018 / 6 Year Old / Flag Series / La Maison Du Whisky 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 £126.00, it represents a serious investment, but one that delivers commensurate quality, complexity, and memorability. A worthy representative of Vietnam's rum-making tradition, and a bottle we would happily recommend.
