“Grander Rum is a new, independently owned
spirits brand that’s producing an eight year old
Panamanian rum. “ The process begins in the sugar cane fields
of Herrara, Panama, where the sugar cane is hand-harvested and turned into
Grade-A molasses. Grander is fermentation
from molasses and distilled at the Ingenio San Carlos Distillery with copper
plated column stills. Grander is aged
for eight years in once used Kentucky Bourbon barrels. This expression is aged for eight years in
the warm Panamanian temperatures and
then blended before being reduced to 45% ABV and bottled. This
expression is unaltered rum that is rich and full bodied as a result of its
higher proof presentation.
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| Cane Being Hand Cut in Herrara Province |
Panama is home to some wonderful rums, like
Ron Abuelo, Zafra, Ron Duran and Yolo.
This is why when a new expression comes onto the market there is so much
excitement about getting our hands on it and tasting it. The
area that surrounds Herrara Province is loaded with fields that produce high
quality cane from the rich soiland a great group of master distillers to
produce the high quality rums on a regular basis. Grander comes from a solid stock being
produced in this area.
Grander Rum shows with
a rich amber color that brings a blend of vanilla, spices and heavy oak to the nose.
Grander is rich and with flavors of vanilla
and spice notes that hint of nutmeg and cinnamon, in addition to those of dried
fruits. The finish turns decidedly dry,
leaving a taste of warm oak with some notes from the bourbon casks that they were
aged in. Eight years in barrel brings
out a spirit with plenty of wood without being overpowering, instead yielding a
nice balance of the wood with those of sweet spice and fruit.
Selling in the 750 ml size here in the
United States at about $37.00, it makes a nice package of enjoyable tasting.
