On the north-eastern aspect of Grenada stands Renegade Rum distillery. A contemporary marvel and environmentally pioneering, it’s designed to distill one terroir at a time of recent sugar cane juice solely, in an effort to produce an unlimited array of distinct cane rum distillates, every one distinctive and compelling in its personal proper. Renegade both explores them individually – with terroir precision, as an étude; or layers them – the cuvée idea – to create pure rums of complexity.
Renegade is an industry-changing venture from Mark Reynier, who has over 4 a long time of expertise within the drinks {industry}. Half in wine, as a former wine importer and service provider; and half in spirits, from the renaissance of Islay’s Bruichladdich single malt whisky and the Botanist gin, to Eire’s groundbreaking, terroir-driven Waterford Distillery.
Single Farm Origin: Lake Antoine Decrease Crater Lake South – At Lake Antoine, intriguing terroirs wrap across the steep, seaward-facing slopes of a volcanic crater lake, the place cane grows on granular Woburn clay loam – sparse & dry on the summit, deep & wealthy on the foot – absolutely uncovered to the desiccating salt-laden Atlantic commerce winds. For this rum they harvested the sucrose-rich selection they name Purple Tallboy from Ball Pasture Area, which stands on the terroir generally known as Decrease Crater Lake South. GSN’s Remarks: Vibrant cane nostril with a vigorous freshness. A whole lot of low finish on the palate, with a deep root-like character that on the identical time has a vegetal brightness. Very grassy and virtually chewy in mouthfeel. Tightly compact, peppery and surprisingly woody with a really lengthy end. This can be a distinctive rum that in some methods reminds us of a gentle Islay Scotch. A contemplative sipping rum. GSN Score: A-
Single Farm Origin: Nursery – The genesis of Renegade’s pioneering venture to propagate completely clear & wholesome heritage cane varieties started at their nursery farm. Nestled in La Calome Valley, with its virtually terraced valley flooring, it’s made up of Hartman & Woburn clay loam soils & a profusion of volcanic boulders. For this rum they harvested the sucrose-rich selection they name Yellow Woman from Large Pumps Area, which stands on the terroir generally known as Higher La Calome. GSN’s Remarks: A light-weight and delicate cane juice nostril. On the palate, it additionally has a lighter really feel. Extra delicate and fewer aggressive than the Decrease Crater Lake South expression, Nursery has a hotter, sunnier and friendlier disposition. That is additionally barely sweeter, with notes of marshmallow, milk bread, and confectioner’s sugar. This can be a nice rum for a Daiquiri or a Mojito, but additionally a relaxed sipper by itself. GSN Score: A+
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