Sol Tarasco Charanda Guarapo Ancestral 10-Year

Rum made from sugar cane cultivated at higher altitude. Lighter in colour, an aroma that needs time to build up. Oily texture, lengthy aftertaste

Rich and earthy with hints of mushrooms, smoky oak, and a touch of vanilla. A unique blend of mezcal-like smokiness and lingering spice.

Vanilla, dried fruits, coffee and sugarcane in aroma; dry start, smoked barrel, touch of vanilla and spices in body; mild lasting smoked tail.

Al naso stagionati, vegetale, arrostito, zucchero bruciato, datteri, pelle e un filo di aringhe.
Al palato è intrigante, con stagionati/esteri, vegetale, pepe, salato e nel finale un po' di datteri dolci

Oily, saline, and of course mushrooms (but less than expected). Also molasses, despite the bottle saying 100% guarapo (which is sugar cane, not molasses). Reminiscent of mezcal, perhaps because there aren't many savory spirits, and there is a little smokiness... perhaps from the aging (over 3 years in ex-bourbon barrels). Some people will love this; it's certainly unique enough to recommend that almost anyone at least try it!

Tasted at Hugman’s Oasis. Rich gold color. Unusual aroma. Earthy. Brown sugar and gosh darn- mushrooms! A good amount of smokiness not unlike some mild mezcals. Sticky finish to the tongue. Lingers long with a mild pepper burn. Very unique.

Tasted in San Antonio's Riverwalk 2/18/23 at Hugman's Oasis
Slight peatiness in the nose
I don't know if I have a sudden omni-affinity for all rums for if ice just been lucky with tastings lately but I really like this one. It's a sipper for sure!
Rich roll of flavor, including heavy molasses that lingers.
I do think it would add complexity to drinks with grapefruit and/or ginger.