Ron Zacapa Centenario 23 Rum is an ultra-premium spirit from Guatemala, crafted from first-press sugar cane and aged high "Above the Clouds" at 2,300 meters in Quetzaltenango for a slow, refined maturation. This rich and complex rum is created through the renowned Sistema Solera aging process, blending rums aged between 6 and 23 years in casks that once held fine Pedro Ximénez wines, delicate sherries, and robust American whiskeys. It boasts luxurious layers of flavor, from sweet caramel, vanilla, and honeyed butterscotch to dried fruits, spiced oak, and hints of coffee and chocolate. With its velvety, smooth finish and signature mahogany hue, Zacapa 23 is perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or elevating dark spirit cocktails. Encased in its iconic bottle adorned with a handwoven petate band, it's a celebration of heritage and unparalleled craftsmanship, ideal for both connoisseurs and newcomers seeking an exceptional taste experience.
Ron Zacapa Centenario 23 is crafted in Guatemala using "virgin sugar cane honey," which is the first press of sugarcane juice. Unlike most rums made from molasses, this process imparts a smoother, sweeter flavor. The rum is aged at 2,300 meters above sea level in a cooler, humid environment known as the "House Above the Clouds," which helps slow the aging process and enhances flavor development. Its production also employs the traditional Sistema Solera method, blending rums aged between 6 and 23 years in barrels that previously held bourbon, sherry, and Pedro Ximénez wines.
This rum has a complex and rich flavor profile, beginning with aromas of caramel, cacao, vanilla, and butterscotch. The palate features notes of dried fruits like apricot and raisin alongside hints of coffee, nutmeg, cinnamon, leather, and tobacco. The finish delivers lingering flavors of spiced oak, dried fruits, and caramelized nuts, offering a well-balanced, full-bodied experience.
The Sistema Solera is a dynamic aging method that blends rums of different ages, from 6 to 23 years old, in a series of barrels. Each barrel imparts unique characteristics, such as smokiness from bourbon barrels, sweetness from Pedro Ximénez casks, and nuttiness from sherry barrels. This fractional blending process ensures consistency and complexity in every bottle.
Ron Zacapa 23 is best enjoyed as a sipping rum, either neat or over a large ice cube to preserve its flavors. It also pairs well in premium cocktails like an Old Fashioned or a Rum Manhattan. For an enhanced experience, try it served slightly chilled, which mirrors the environment in which it was aged.
This rum is ideal for special celebrations, casual sipping, or as an after-dinner drink. Its sweetness and rich flavors pair well with chocolate desserts, cigars, or even savory dishes with caramelized or spiced elements. It also makes an impressive gift due to its premium packaging, which includes a handcrafted Mayan-inspired petate band.
This rum has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 40%, which makes it a smooth and balanced choice among aged rums.
Each bottle features a handwoven petate band, crafted by Guatemalan artisans. This weaving tradition reflects the rich cultural heritage of Guatemala and symbolizes a connection between time, space, earth, and sky—adding an authentic and artisanal touch to the product.
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