The newest rum from the Matusalem line is the Gran Reserva 18, a luxury aged rum that is reminiscent of the old award-winning Matusalem rums of Cuba.
Matusalem Gran Reserva 18
luxury rum from Dominican Republic
With a deep rich amber color, the 18 delivers an aura of aromas ranging from rich vanillas to dry apricots and subtle cherries, supported by dark, mellow molasses. The taste presents a magnificent palette of complex flavors starting with rich vanilla, followed by mellow molasses and candy caramel which finish with soft fruit and a delicate touch of oak. The medium dry body, free of any heat, finishes long with great smoothness.
Matusalem Gran Reserva 18 earned a Gold Award at the RumXP International Tasting Competition at the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival.
Matusalem Rum distillation and blending principles come from the Solera Aging System, originally developed for the production of sherry and brandy. The Solera technique, in which rums of various ages and characters are matured in select oak, enables Matusalem to create complex aged spirits.
After arriving in Cuba from their native Spain, Benjamin and Eduardo Camp and partner Evaristo Alvarez, founded Matusalem Rum in 1872. Matusalem Rum is still produced using the original recipe in the Dominican Republic. The company’s President/CEO is Dr. Claudio Alvarez, a direct descendant of Evaristo Alvarez.
The old Cuban saying, "esto es mas viejo que Matusalem" is a reference to the exceptional and patient aging of the spirit which translates to "as old as Matusalem" in reference to the biblical tale of Methusaleh who lived to be 969 years old.
Matusalem also imports their Gran Reserve 15 year old, Clasico gold rum and Platino white rum into the United States.
Robert Burr
National Rum Examiner
Gifted Rums Guide
Miami Rum Renaissance Festival
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