Diplomatico Mantuano Venezuela Rum 70 cl 40%

In old Venezuela, the mantuanos were the top tier of Creole landowners, famous for their refined taste and their love of the very best the land had to offer.

Expert description

Diplomatico Mantuano is a Blended Rum from Venezuela, composed of distillates from several different still types and bottled at 40%.

The rum comes from the DUSA distillery in La Miel at the foot of the Andes, where Diplomático blends distillates from column stills, a rare batch kettle and traditional pot stills. Mantuano is the brand's best-selling expression and works as a calling card for the whole range: a blend of younger and older rums, matured in oak casks that previously held bourbon and malt whisky, for up to 8 years. The name pays tribute to Don Juancho Nieto Meléndez, known as "El Mantuano," and to the old Venezuelan upper class's appreciation of quality.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried fruit, plum and light oak spice, with a hint of vanilla and caramel in the background.

Palate

Soft and round, with dark caramel, dried apricots and a light nutty sweetness, seasoned with baking spice.

Finish

Long and rich, with oak and dark fruit that linger well after the last sip.

Distillery: Diplomático
Region/Country: Venezuela
Type: Blended Rum
Age: Up to 8 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon and ex-malt whisky oak casks
EAN no.: 5099873027189
Serving suggestion: On the rocks or in a Rum Old Fashioned

Flavour profile

Fruity · Round · Caramel · Spiced

Did you know?

Diplomático has access to a rare distillation source called a batch kettle, a type of still found in only a handful of places worldwide, which gives the rum a heavy, aromatic character before it is blended with the lighter column and pot still distillates.

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Frequently asked questions about Diplomatico Mantuano

What is Diplomatico Mantuano?

It is a Blended Rum from Venezuela, made from rums produced with several different distillation methods and matured in oak casks for up to 8 years. It is Diplomático's best-known and best-selling expression.

What does Diplomatico Mantuano taste like?

Soft and round, with dark caramel, dried fruit and a light spiced baking note, finishing with a long oaky aftertaste.

Should Diplomatico Mantuano be served with ice?

It works well on the rocks, as intended, but also shines in cocktails such as a Rum Old Fashioned or Daiquiri, where it adds a round, slightly sweet base.

What does the name Mantuano mean?

Mantuano refers to the old Creole upper class of colonial Venezuela, known for its love of quality. The name also honours Don Juancho Nieto Meléndez, known as "El Mantuano."

What type of casks is Diplomatico Mantuano aged in?

The rum matures in oak casks that previously held bourbon and malt whisky, giving it its round, slightly sweet character.

Is Diplomatico Mantuano a good rum for beginners?

Yes, its soft and approachable style makes it an obvious first choice for anyone new to rum, while still offering enough depth to interest a seasoned taster.

How many times is Diplomatico Mantuano distilled?

The rum is a blend of distillates from column still, batch kettle and pot still, giving it a broader flavour spectrum than a rum from a single distillation method alone.