Experience the bold, complex character of El Dorado High Ester Blend LBI/DHE Demerara Rum, a 114-proof masterpiece crafted in Guyana's renowned Diamond Distillery. This exceptional rum marries the heritage-rich La Bonne Intention (LBI) marque, distilled on a French Savalle Still, with the Diamond High Ester (DHE) marque from the John Dore Double Retort Copper Pot Still. Aged 12 years in ex-bourbon casks, it boasts over 1,500 g/hL AA ester levels, delivering a symphony of flavors including vibrant orange peel, clove, dark chocolate, and burnt caramel, seamlessly melting into honeyed tones and a leathery, spiced finish. Perfectly suited for sipping or elevating your favorite cocktails, this limited-edition blend embodies the lush minerality and rich tradition of Demerara rum.
This rum combines two distinct distillation styles: the John Dore Double Retort Copper Pot Still and the La Bonne Intention (LBI) marque from the French Savalle Still. It offers a significantly higher ester content than typical rums, resulting in bold and complex flavors.
This blend features vibrant notes of orange peel, vanilla, and cinnamon, complemented by clove, dark chocolate, and burnt caramel. The mid-palate is smooth with honey accents, transitioning to a leathery, spicy finish with lush minerality and a dry end.
The El Dorado High Ester Blend is versatile—it can be sipped neat to appreciate its depth or used as an ingredient in cocktails to add bold and rich flavors. It particularly shines in tiki and tropical drinks like Mai Tais.
Esters are chemical compounds that form during fermentation and contribute fruity, floral, and complex aroma and taste profiles. High-ester rums, like this one, are known for their intense and layered flavor characteristics.
The El Dorado High Ester Blend is produced in Guyana at the Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) distillery. This distillery is home to some of the world's oldest operating stills, giving the rum its distinct and historic character.
This rum is bottled at 114 proof, which equates to 57% alcohol by volume (ABV). The high proof adds to its bold flavor intensity and versatility in mixing.
While this specific blend is designed to be enjoyed as is, its robust flavor profile and high alcohol content make it an excellent candidate for aging or incorporating into barrel-aged cocktails.
Demerara Rum originates from Guyana and has been produced for over 300 years. It is known for its rich, heavy-bodied character, which arises from traditional production techniques, including the use of antique wooden and copper stills. All Demerara rum production is centralized at DDL's Diamond Estate.
The GI designation ensures that Demerara Rum is authentically produced within a specific region using traditional methods, preserving its unique character and heritage. It guarantees quality and consistency across all authentic Demerara rums.
While El Dorado is known for its smooth, aged rums, such as the 12, 15, and 21-year-old varieties, the High Ester Blend stands out with its bold intensity and focus on high ester content, making it a favorite for enthusiasts and mixologists seeking complex and robust rum flavors.
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