Rhum Barbancourt

Rhum Barbancourt

Rhum Barbancourt is a renowned rum brand from Haiti. It is considered one of the oldest and most prestigious rum brands in the world. The company was founded in 1862 by Dupré Barbancourt, a Frenchman who migrated to Haiti from the Cognac region in France.

History

Dupré Barbancourt established the company using a double distillation method common in the making of cognac. This method, which is still used today, gives Rhum Barbancourt its unique taste. After Dupré's death, his wife Nathalie Gardère took over the company and ran it until her own death in 1920. The company has remained in the Gardère family ever since, passing from generation to generation.

Production

Rhum Barbancourt is made from sugarcane juice, unlike most other rums which are made from molasses. The sugarcane is harvested, pressed to extract the juice, then fermented and distilled. The rum is then aged in oak barrels. The company produces several different types of rum, including white rum, aged rum, and special reserve rum.

Products

Rhum Barbancourt offers a range of products, each with its own unique characteristics. The three-star, aged for four years, is a light and fruity rum, while the five-star, aged for eight years, has a more robust flavor. The company's top-of-the-line product is the Réserve Spéciale, also known as the fifteen-year-old rum. This rum is noted for its rich, complex flavor and smooth finish.

Recognition

Rhum Barbancourt has received numerous awards and accolades for its quality and taste. It is often referred to as the 'Cognac of Rums' due to its double distillation process and the quality of its products. The brand is recognized globally and is a significant part of Haiti's cultural heritage.

See Also

• List of rum producers
• Haitian cuisine
• Economy of Haiti

External Links

• Official website