Nine Leaves - Last Drops - 2017 Ex-Russian Oak Small Batch - 2017 Ex-Bourbon Small Batch - With Box 3 x 70cl

1. NINE LEAVES White Last Drops

Produced in 2023, this white rum is the final distillation from the Nine Leaves distillery before its closure. Crafted from sugarcane and the pristine water of Mount Ishiyama, it was distilled in an alembic inspired by Scottish techniques, offering purity and authenticity in its unaged form.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich and creamy, with notes of honey, sugarcane, peppery rose, and apricot, evolving into hints of anise and mint.

Palate: Vibrant and crisp, with flavors of fresh sugarcane, fermented lemon, and medicinal nuances.

Finish: Long and fibrous, with hints of sugarcane, almond, hazelnut, and a touch of floral spices.

2. NINE LEAVES 2017 Ex-Russian Oak Small Batch

This rum has been aged in Russian oak barrels, a rare wood that imparts a unique evolution with characteristics reminiscent of dessert wines. This aging process results in a complex structure and a distinctive texture.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Full and fruity (mirabelle plum, pear), honeyed (acacia), and woody (incense), with notes of wine and fibrous elements.

Palate: Vibrant and refined, featuring a blend of bitter herbs (hay) and flavors of vanilla and salinity.

Finish: Long and chocolatey, with vanilla, dessert-like, and rooty notes (ginseng).

3. NINE LEAVES 2017 Ex-Bourbon Small Batch

Distilled from sugarcane and fermented with selected yeast, this rum has been aged in barrels previously used for bourbon. This process imparts a woody structure and bourbon-inspired characteristics.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Delicate and airy, with exotic fruits (mango, persimmon), roasted notes, and floral hints (lily, freesia).

Palate: Sleek, with flavors of coconut, mandarin, and toffee, evolving into peppery and vegetal nuances.

Finish: Long and flavorful, featuring cane syrup, fresh citrus, vanilla, and tobacco.