\nAs the island of origin of rum, Barbados benefits from all the essential elements needed to produce an exceptional rum:
\n– Exceptionally pure water, thanks to its coral origins
\n– Rich, aromatic sugar cane
\n– A climate conducive to unique, high-quality fermentation.<\/p>\n
A SIGNATURE<\/strong> The range<\/p>\n XO<\/strong> Sir John Gay began the world’s first known rum distillation in 1703. Taking over a distillery in St Lucy, on the island of Barbados, he gradually developed and perfected a…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":925996,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[30493],"tags":[71984,71986,71985,71983,53623],"class_list":["post-2039421","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wines-and-spirits","tag-71984","tag-black-barrel","tag-elipse","tag-mount-gay","tag-xo"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nThe subtle blending of single distillates (in columns) and double distillates
\n(in stills) and maturation in Bourbon oak barrels give Mount Gay rums
\ntheir unmistakable stamp: a unique aromatic character and a smooth
\nfinish.
\nA guardian of tradition, Allen Smith, the current Cellar Master, perpetuates all the traditional gestures to turn craftsmanship into a true art.<\/p>\n
\nAn opulent blend of Mount Gay’s finest eaux de vies, aged from 8 to 15 years. It exudes the finesse that only time can bring, and offers a true taste of paradise to the rum that invented rum. Not for nothing is it one of the world’s most awarded rums.
\nNose: The perfect balance of ripe banana and toast, followed by vanilla and spice.
\nPalate: Rich, woody and strong.
\nFinish: Round with a long finish.
\n![\"MG_XO_2014_Bottle\"](\"https:\/\/www.luxsure.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/MG_XO_2014_Bottle.png\")
\n1703<\/strong>
\nIn creating 1703 Old Cask Selection, Allen Smith selected the finest rums from Mount Gay’s oldest reserves. Forty-four blends were necessary to achieve the subtle end result, perfectly balanced and harmonious.
\nNose: Refined harmony between undergrowth and caramel notes.
\nPalate: A balance of caramel, spices and toast.
\nFinish: Exceptional roundness with a delicate finish.
\n![\"MG_1703_Color\"](\"https:\/\/www.luxsure.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/MG_1703_Color.jpg\")
\nELIPSE<\/strong>
\nConsidered by purists to be “The” Rum, Eclipse sets the benchmark for other Mount Gay rums. With its elegant amber color, it offers a luxuriantly complex aroma.
\nNose: Floral and fruity notes of apricot and banana with a hint of vanilla.
\nPalate: Subtle impression of smokiness left by the Kentucky oak barrels in which it is aged.
\nFinish: Warm, balanced with a long finish.
\nBlack Barrel<\/strong>
\nThe latest creation from Ma\u00eetre de Chai Allen Smith, Black Barrel is a jewel of craftsmanship. Its specific finishing process releases spicy aromas that make it both balanced and bold. This rum is a blend of single and double distillates, with a higher proportion of double distillate. It is aged a second time in charcoal-burned Bourbon casks.
\nNose: A subtle, complex blend of woody and spicy notes, combined with the freshness of fruit.
\nPalate: A subtle balance of vanilla and sweet caramel.
\nFinish: Warm with a bright finish.
\n![\"MOUNTGAY_BlackBarrel_packshot\"](\"https:\/\/www.luxsure.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/MOUNTGAY_BlackBarrel_packshot.jpg\")
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