Phraya Rum from Thailand
is an idea founded on the basic elements, Fire, earth, air and water. This is a time honored Asian belief and the essence
of all creation. Made in the Nakhom
Pathom, regarded as the site of the first city in Thailand, it has bountiful
resources of sugar cane and a perfect climate for the deep maturation of this
fine rum. The rum gets its name from
the Choa Phraya River which flows through the heart of Bangkok, the capital of
Thailand.
The rum is aged
by a “deep maturation” process in warehouses that are over cool lagoons. This slows the aging process and gives the
rum a unique and distinctive depth. The
rum is aged between 7 and 12 years and only the barrels with the very finest
rum are selected for blending. This
rum offers an enlightened glimpse into the ancient traditions of Asian rum making.
This rum offers a vibrant
golden amber color with flashes of copper appearing in the right light. There is a bouquet of honey and vanilla and
hints of spices and raisins on the nose.
The palate senses creamy butterscotch and fruit as it passes over the
tongue, leaving a very desirable smoothness behind. The finish is delicate and lingering with
hints of spice and a creamy vanilla flavor.
This is rich full flavored rum with a delicate balance that I really
enjoyed.
The elements of
fire in the oak barrels the rum is aged in, the Earth that the sugar cane is
raised in, the air around the lush tropical environment in which the rum is
made, and the soft and natural water of the Ta Chin River. These elements make up the enticing flavor of
the new Phraya Rum giving it the spirit of Southeast Asia. ;o)
