Zacapa Centenario rum 23 Years is a rum from Guatemala. This rum was a specialty item made just for the owners of "Industrias Licoreras", the distillery that made this rum for many years. This rum is produced in a small town in Guatemala which is named "Zacapaneca". In this small town, the majority of the population make their income from artisan products made from "Royal Palm" which is considered art. The artisans pride themselves in making this masterfully crafted, hand woven wrapper for Ron Zacapa Centenario.<
This rum is aged like no other rum in the carribean. After distilling is complete, they rest the rum in American oak barrels. The altitude where they age the rum in cellars is 8,000 feet above sea level where the weather is cool and limits the loss of a considerable amount of rum that naturally evaporates during the aging process. In some countries the lost product is called the "Angels Share". This allows Zacapa Centenario rum to have the aging of 23 years.
Many experts consider this rum to be the best in the world. This rum has earned its place in the history books as a benchmark for super premiums. First place winner in the premium rum category in the 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001 International Rum Festival tasting Competition. In 2003 it was honored by the International Rum Festival as the first rum ever to be allowed into its hall of fame. Highest Rum score in the Beverage Testing Institute of Chicago with a 98 percent Rating.
This rum is of dark brown amber color and sets the tone for an exciting drinking experience. Its well rounded oak aroma speaks of aging and refinement. In the palate, layer upon layer of flavors including nutmeg, toasted hazelnut and a hint of caramel can be distinguished. This rum has a smooth finish with a long aromatic persistence. This rum is enjoyed best alone or on the rocks.
