Green Island Superior Light Rum

Product of: Mauritius

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Established in 1960, Green Island rum is the best-known and most widely exported Mauritian rum. It is distilled from molasses using a four column process and is blended from rums aged 3-5 five years. Charcoal filtration is used to remove the colour imparted by ageing and to purify the rum.

Review and Tasting

Sampled on 13/07/2012

Appearance:

Clear, transparent.

Aroma:

Hint of grassiness, aniseed and faint toffee/fudge.

Taste:

Dry, light, clean palate with subtle notes of fennel, coconut and toffee.

Aftertaste:

Finishes with hints of peppermint and milk chocolate.