Bologne Black Cane

Despite its low yield, Bologne Distillery is the last in Guadeloupe (French West Indies) to cultivate this Black sugar cane. The solid and concentrated essence, the exceptional aromatic potential, is a kind of common thread in the production of rum. This special reserve, made from 100% Sugar cane, is a limited edition, with only 10,000 bottles produced. The black sugar canes are hand-harvested after 12 months of maturity, then carefully cleaned, crushed, and the resulting juice is fermented over 48 hours. Distillation gave an "Eau-de-vie" at 70% ABV, which will pass six months to rest before being reduced to 55% ABV and 52% ABV to 50% after six months.

Bologne Black Cane rum has a pure, shining color as clear as spring water. The rum has a very present viscosity due to the wealth of highly aromatic elements. The nose is mellow, with great aromatic complexity. The first essence on the nose is exotic and hot (cane, mango, passion fruit). It is then reinforced by the acidity of citrus (lime and orange). There are also aromatic, fruity notes of mango, lychee, passion fruit, and fresh cane. Floral and delicate aromas of lilies, hawthorn, acacia, and thousand flower honey are detected and identified by spicy but subtle green pepper, mint, and licorice.

 The palate is soft and balanced. The aromas are perceived on the nose and transcended by fresh cane, extraordinarily transcribed, becoming its true essence. The mid-palate is concentrated, lush, exuberant, and full of banana, pineapple, mango, pear, and other citrus fruits. The fantastic finish delivers spicy hints of ginger and never ceases to astound with its authenticity and depth. The retro-olfaction is floral, with impressive smoothness and length on a final touch with slight iodine. Purists should enjoy this rum straight, and others may want to consider serving it over ice.