Aikan Intense Rhum Barrels Whisky

Aikan Intense Rhum Barrels is a unique whisky that captures the essence of the Caribbean. It is the first tropical whisky aged in "High Ester" rum barrels, providing an intense aromatic experience. This whisky is bottled at 40% alcohol and comes in a 70cl bottle.

Flavor Profile: This whisky has a complex and gastronomic flavor profile with notes of vanilla and tropical fruits. The aroma opens with hints of rum baba, baked banana, lime, vanilla, geranium, and licorice. The taste is rich and dynamic, with accents of mango, brioche, almond, honey, and olive tapenade. The finish is long and smooth, with hints of cherries, vanilla, sweet spices, and ripe tropical fruits.

Ingredients: Aikan Intense Rhum Barrels is a blended whisky, with the malt distilled in a pot still and the grain whisky in a column still. The whisky is first aged for at least three years in traditional barrels in Scotland, followed by a second aging of at least one year in the Caribbean, in Martinique, in rum barrels and specially designed barrels from French cooperages.

Background: Aikan Whisky combines Scottish distillation expertise with the tropical influences of the Caribbean. The name "Aikan" means "bringer of joy" in the language of the indigenous people of Martinique. This whisky is designed to appeal to both lovers of aromatic, fruity rum and whisky enthusiasts seeking new sensations.

Serving Tips: Aikan Intense Rhum Barrels can be enjoyed as both an aperitif and a digestif. It is delicious neat, on the rocks, or as a long drink with ginger ale. Additionally, it makes an excellent base for cocktails such as an Old Fashioned, Negroni, or Tiki.