Savanna Berry Bros & Rudd - Single Barrel #10 Rum 7 Year Old · 2016 Vintage

Savanna Distillery, founded in 1870, is unusual in that it produces both Agricole and Molasses rum – the latter known as the more traditional style. Savanna’s rums are distilled in column stills with occasional exceptions. The French Savalle column stills produce heavier styles of rum with bolder flavours and often high esters. Savanna was relocated from Saint Paul to Bois-Rouge on the island of Réunion in 1992.

Tasting Notes:

Spirit and wood have engaged in a dramatic tango in this rum and it’s a slow dance with the elements infusing. There is a smokiness, spice, soft vanilla and red wine scent from the glass. The spice and herb scents hit with cinnamon and a touch of fennel hidden behind ripe berry fruit. The palate has a delightfully earthy grip which has the last word.