Legendario Elixir de Cuba 7 years Rum 34%

Some drinks insist on being pure rum. Legendario Elixir de Cuba does the opposite, making no secret of being something entirely its own.

Expert description

Legendario Elixir de Cuba 7 Year is a Spirit Drink based on Cuban rum matured up to 7 years, blended with raisin extract and bottled at 34%.

The elixir is made by Legendario, a Cuban house founded in 1946, by blending cask-matured rum with an extract of grapes and raisins. Because Cuban law only permits up to 20 grams of added sugar per litre for a spirit to be called rum, this drink correctly falls into the Spirit Drink category instead, with a thicker, more dessert-like style than classic rum. The result is a sweet, easy-drinking bottle that is simple to enjoy both neat and in simple mixes.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried fruit, especially raisins and prunes, with vanilla, caramel and a hint of light tobacco.

Palate

Caramelised raisin, vanilla, chocolate and soft oak, in an almost liqueur-like, smooth texture.

Finish

Softly rounded, with lingering sweetness and light oak.

Region/Country: Cuba
Type: Spirit Drink
Age: Up to 7 years
ABV: 34%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 8500000191026
Serving suggestion: Neat, on the rocks or with dessert

Flavour profile

Sweet · Raisin · Caramel · Soft

Did you know?

The label "Elixir" on Cuban bottles is not random, it is the legally required category for rum-based drinks exceeding 20 grams of added sugar per litre, which makes Legendario Elixir de Cuba a legally distinct drink from the house's more classic rums.

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Frequently asked questions about Legendario Elixir de Cuba

What is Legendario Elixir de Cuba 7 Year?

It is a Spirit Drink from Cuba based on rum matured up to 7 years, blended with raisin extract and bottled at 34%. It is called Elixir because its sugar content exceeds the Cuban limit for rum.

What does Legendario Elixir de Cuba taste like?

Sweet and full-bodied with caramelised raisin, vanilla and chocolate, in an almost liqueur-like texture finishing softly with light oak.

Why is it called Elixir and not rum?

Cuban law only permits up to 20 grams of added sugar per litre for the term rum. Because Legendario adds more through its raisin extract, it is correctly labelled Elixir/Spirit Drink instead.

How is Legendario Elixir de Cuba best enjoyed?

It is lovely neat, on the rocks or alongside dessert, where its sweet, raisin-driven character can stand out.

Is Legendario Elixir de Cuba a good introduction to Cuban drinks?

Yes, its accessible, dessert-like style makes it an easy first choice for those new to Cuban spirits who want to start with something sweet and light.

Where does Legendario come from?

Legendario is a Cuban house founded in 1946, known for combining classic Cuban rum character with sweeter, more dessert-driven styles.