Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean Rum 40%

The name is Southern Jutland dialect for "on the bike", a fond reference to Ærø Whisky's collaboration with a Danish bicycle maker on limited bikes built from oak from used whisky casks.

Expert Description

Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean Rum is a Caribbean Rum, a blend of Caribbean rum selected and bottled by Ærø Whisky, bottled at 40%.

Ærø Whisky, the small micro-distillery in Ærøskøbing, is primarily known for its whisky production, but with the Å Æ Cykel series has also turned its hand to rum. The name plays on the distillery's collaboration with the Danish bicycle maker CohandCo, where oak from a leaking whisky cask was used to build a small number of unique bicycles, a story that ties the island's whisky heritage together with a piece of design craftsmanship.

The result is an approachable, round Caribbean blend, made to be enjoyed broadly without great complexity.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel, tropical fruit and a light vanilla sweetness.

Palate

Soft and round with brown sugar and a hint of spice.

Finish

Medium length with lingering caramel and a gentle close.

Specifications

Name: Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean
Bottler: Ærø Whisky
Region/Country: Caribbean
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Serving Suggestion: Neat, over ice, or in a classic rum cocktail

Flavour Profile

Caramel-forward · Round · Approachable · Sweet · Lightly spiced

Did You Know?

"Å Æ Cykel" is Southern Jutland dialect for "on the bike" and honours Ærø Whisky's collaboration with bicycle maker CohandCo, where oak from a leaking whisky cask was repurposed to build a small series of unique bicycles.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean

What is Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean Rom?

It's a Caribbean Rum, a blend of Caribbean rum selected and bottled by Ærø Whisky, bottled at 40%.

What does the name Å Æ Cykel mean?

It's Southern Jutland dialect for "on the bike" and refers to Ærø Whisky's collaboration with bicycle maker CohandCo on unique bikes built from oak from used whisky casks.

What does Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean taste like?

It smells of caramel and tropical fruit with a light vanilla sweetness, while the palate is soft and round with brown sugar and a hint of spice.

Is Ærø Whisky known only for whisky?

Primarily, yes, but the distillery has also turned to rum production with this series.

Where does the rum come from?

It's a blend of Caribbean rum, selected and bottled by the Danish micro-distillery Ærø Whisky.

How should Å Æ Cykel XO Blended Caribbean be enjoyed?

It can be enjoyed neat, over ice, or in a classic rum cocktail, where its approachable, round character really shines.