Saturday, June 23, 2018

Panama Aged Rum Arrives in Global Markets


Kuna Panamanian Rum
     Mauritius-based Lookout Group has launched an eight-year-old Panamanian rum brand, called   Kuna is an aged rum from Panama.    The expression is made using sugarcane from Panama, which is fermented and distilled during the country’s dry season – December to April – before being aged for eight years in ex-Bourbon casks.  The rums are then blended and aged for a further six months in French oak barrels, which produces “sweet and subtle smoky aromas with a hint of red fruit and a smooth character”.
Kuna.

     Kuna is named after one of Panama’s oldest communities, with packaging inspired by the tribe’s famous ‘Mola’ textile art.  “Kuna provides a distinctive rum experience that blends contemporary feel with craftsmanship.”  To support the launch, Lookout Group has launched a campaign that “taps into the worlds of music, design and expressive storytelling”.

     The premium rum category continues to gain momentum globally, according to Christophe Aulner, CEO of Lookout Group. “We’re seeing a lot of interest from curious consumers looking for quality drink brands with strong heritage”.   “Kuna provides a distinctive rum experience that blends contemporary feel with craftsmanship.”

     Kuna is available globally at an from $49.00 to $52.00 .