Residents of the Dominican Republic belong to rumquite anxiously. This drink with a large fortress is made from sugar cane. It is considered the national symbol of the Dominican Republic. By the power of tender feelings to rum, Dominicans can even contend with Cubans, and it is not known who will win.
"Barcelo" - rum, known both at home andfar beyond. Alcohol is actively exported from the Dominican Republic to many countries. The key to this success of the brand's products is loyalty to the traditions, combined with a constant desire for the best. The manufacturer pays great attention to raw materials, selecting only the highest quality sugar cane for the process.
Main characteristics
- The country of origin is the Dominican Republic.
- Brand - Barcelo Export Import.
- The strength of the drink: from 37.5 to 43 degrees.
- The volume of container - 700 ml.
Existing varieties
Currently, the rum "Barcelo" is presented inseveral options. Its varieties are somewhat similar to each other, but each of them is characterized by its own characteristics and differences. They relate to the color, taste and aroma of drinks, as well as methods of its presentation and use. It combines all varieties of one - high quality.
It is noteworthy that all varieties of rum "Barcelo"aged in oak barrels for whiskey. They are specially brought from Kentucky. Kentucky corn whiskey is world famous, thanks to its excellent quality and fidelity of the manufacturer of the old technology. Barrels impregnated with its aroma become a wonderful container in which rum is ripened and filled with aromas.
The range is represented by the following varieties:
- Blanco.
- Dorado
- Imperial.
- Gran Anejo.
- Anejo.
"Barcelo" - rum, which will be beautifulchoice for a holiday or a great gift. However, before buying is to familiarize yourself with the features of varieties. This will allow you to get the most out of the wonderful Dominican rum.
Barcelo blanco
This variety belongs to the light, which is easy to guess by name. Its fortress is 37.5about. Напиток абсолютно бесцветен.Its aroma is quite sharp, the alcohol component is felt. But if the taster attentively “listens” to the drink, he will certainly distinguish between notes of coconut and banana, as well as pepper and citrus shades. The taste is rather restrained. You can't call it soft. In taste, too, a strong degree is clearly audible, but it does not drown out spicy undertones. The aftertaste of this drink is nut-mint.
Rum "Barcelo Blanco" kept in oak barrels for up to one and a half years. The manufacturer recommends using this drink for the preparation of cocktails, and not at all for use in undiluted form.
Dorado
It may seem that melted gold is splashing in the bottle, but in fact this is one of the best creations of "Barcelo" - Dorado rum. His fortress is 37.5 degrees.
This drink has many facets, not too muchintense aroma. It has notes of caramel, banana, walnut. On their background, shades of cream and fruit cake are barely distinguishable. The taste is harmonious and refined. "Listen," and you will discover even more unusual flavors like oak and green fruit. Very interesting and aftertaste with its notes of raisins, cinnamon and vanilla.
Sustain the "Dorado" year. It is even surprising that in such a short time it acquires such a magnificent and multifaceted taste.
It can not only be served solo, but also used to make cocktails. For example, based on it they prepare the famous "Pina Kolada".
Anejo
This dark rum "Barcelo", reviews of whichtestify to its magnificent bouquet, not without reason it prepares for a relatively long time - not less than 4 years. Moreover, the process takes place not just in barrels, but in those in which high-grade American whiskey insisted before. During this time, he manages to feed on the flavors and aromas.
The main roles are oak, spices, butterscotch,caramel and walnut. The taste as a result is deep and rich. The finish is long and pleasant. It is dominated by notes of chocolate and spices. Bartenders often use this variety in their art, but more often it is served in its pure form.
Gran anejo
Word gran means superlative.Dominican rum "Barcelo" is a wonderful confirmation of this. This variety is aged for 5 years. Its strength is 37.5 degrees. Gran Anejo rum has numerous awards, which confirms its impeccable quality.
Experts note the amazing color of this drink,similar to liquid amber. Its aroma has a special versatility, considerable intensity. You can taste shades of chocolate, anise, nuts, mocha, oak, tobacco, vanilla and caramel. The taste of rum is rich and refined. No less expressive and aftertaste.
It is recommended to drink it clean. If the fortress seems too big for you, add crushed ice.
Imperial
The country in which rum "Barcelo" is produced, -Dominicana - is famous not only for low-cost alcohol, as it may seem at first glance. Some of her creations boldly put on a par with the best alcoholic beverages in the world. An example of this is premium dark rum, which boasts a special blend. Its fortress is 43 degrees. The notes of exotic fruits, nutmeg, chocolate and spicy spices are combined in taste. The bouquet is complemented by cherry sour taste, aroma of high-quality tobacco, oak, almond. The finish is long and very bright. "Imperial" ripens in a barrel 10 years. The technology of its preparation is kept secret.
Experts believe the best creation "Barcelo" rum "Imperial". Moreover, it is ranked among the best rum varieties in the world. The variety has been awarded many prestigious international awards.
