Drinking The World

Rhum J.M Agricole Blanc is 50% abv. / 100 proof white rum agricole from Martinique in the French West Indies and an Applelation d'Origine Controlle Martinique rum. Agricole comes from the term agriculture, meaning it is made not from molasses that is fermented and distilled, but from fresh squeezed sugar cane juice that is fermented into sugar cane wine called vesou and then distilled. This makes a much dryer style of rum similar to a fine brandy. This white rum is aged for a period of time to smooth it out, but not to pick up excess color or flavor and is crystal clear.

The aroma is a pleasant and warm earthy tone with hints of woodiness, herbaceous notes, lemon zest, and many more complex aromas with floral themes, some of which for some reason make me think 'Blue", I know not why. The taste starts off delightfully tart on the tongue and then warms up to a delightful woodiness, hints of musk, citrus, and like the aroma complex floral arrangements. It has an exceptionally long and pleasant finish. I thought with its higher strength there might be a burn while sipping but I was pleasantly surprised.

Rhum J.M Agricole Blanc is a premium rum that is that rare thing for a white rum. One that can be pleasurably sipped from a snifter, served on the rocks, or used to make a fine cocktail. I tried making mojitos and daiquiris and several other white rum based cocktails and was very pleased how its unique flavor both blended well, but showed through in the finish.