Levasseur Dark Rum 70 cl 40%

Named after a pirate, brewed on an island nation, but flavoured with something that brings a completely different spirit category to mind: whisky.

Expert description

Levasseur Dark is a Rum from the Seychelles, matured in antique casks and bottled at 40%.

The rum comes from Levasseur Rum, founded by Marco Francis in collaboration with Mauritian master blender Frederic Bestel, with the distillery located at Au Cap on the southern tip of Mahé. The name pays tribute to the legendary 18th-century pirate Olivier Levasseur, whose story still lives on in the region's folklore. The Dark expression is matured in antique bourbon casks together with wood shards infused with authentic aromas of roasted walnut, vanilla, cinnamon and whisky, giving the rum a character closer to whisky than to traditional Caribbean rum. It is made without added sugar.

Tasting notes

Nose

Wood, cherry and vanilla, with a hint of whisky, roasted nut and oak.

Palate

Woody and lightly toasted, with peaty undertones and a smooth, soft texture.

Finish

Softly finishing with an aftertaste that recalls whisky more than rum.

Distillery: Levasseur Rum
Region/Country: Seychelles
Type: Rum
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Antique bourbon casks with wood shards
EAN no.: 0705632793855
Serving suggestion: Neat or as a dessert pairing

Flavour profile

Woody · Whisky-like · Vanilla · Round

Did you know?

Olivier Levasseur, the pirate the bottle is named after, is said by legend to have left behind an encrypted treasure map before his execution in 1730, a riddle that has never been solved and still draws treasure hunters to the region.

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Frequently asked questions about Levasseur Dark

What is Levasseur Dark?

It is a Rum from the Seychelles, matured in antique bourbon casks with wood shards and bottled at 40% without added sugar.

What does Levasseur Dark taste like?

Woody and lightly toasted with cherry, vanilla and a distinct hint of whisky, finishing softly with an aftertaste that recalls whisky more than classic rum.

Why does Levasseur Dark taste like whisky?

Maturation takes place in antique casks with added wood shards carrying authentic aromas of whisky, roasted walnut and vanilla, giving the rum a character closer to whisky than to traditional Caribbean rum.

Who is Levasseur, the rum's namesake?

Olivier Levasseur was a French pirate active in the region in the 18th century, executed in 1730, whose story of a never-found treasure still lives on in Seychelles folklore.

Where does Levasseur Dark come from?

It comes from the Levasseur Rum distillery at Au Cap on Mahé, the main island of the Seychelles, founded by Marco Francis in collaboration with master blender Frederic Bestel.

Is there added sugar in Levasseur Dark?

No, the rum is made without added sugar, and its character comes purely from the distillate and the special antique casks.