Ron Cueva 1501 Panama Rum San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera Rum 70 cl 40%

Named after the San Blas archipelago off Panama's Caribbean coast, this 12 year old solera edition adds an extra layer of depth to the series' foundational profile.

Expert Description

Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera is a Panama Rum aged via the solera method for a minimum of 12 years and bottled at 40%.

The rum is produced by Ron Cueva 1501 and named after the San Blas archipelago, home to Panama's Guna people and known for its turquoise waters along the Caribbean coast. Compared to the house's Sistema 8, four additional years of solera ageing add a more pronounced depth and complexity, while the foundational, approachable style from 100% molasses in the Spanish tradition is retained.

The result is a fuller, more complex rum, where caramel and dried fruit meet a warm, spiced finish.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Caramel, dried fruit and a touch of oak.

Palate

Full-bodied with caramel, dark fruit and spice.

Finish

Medium length and warm with lingering spice.

Specifications

Name: Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera
Bottler: Ron Cueva 1501
Region/Country: Panama
Type: Panama Rum
Age: Minimum 12 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Distillation Method: Solera method
Serving Suggestion: Neat in a snifter or over ice

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Complex · Caramel-forward · Warm · Spiced

Did You Know?

The San Blas archipelago, after which this edition is named, consists of over 350 islands and is home to the Guna people, who have preserved their own self-governing culture independent of the rest of Panama.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera

What is Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera?

It's a Panama Rum aged via the solera method for a minimum of 12 years, bottled at 40%.

What does Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera taste like?

It smells of caramel, dried fruit and oak, while the palate is full-bodied with dark fruit and spice.

What does the name San Blas mean?

It refers to the San Blas archipelago on Panama's Caribbean coast, home to the Guna people and known for its turquoise waters.

What's the difference between this and Sistema 8?

San Blas Exclusiva has four additional years of solera ageing, giving it a more pronounced depth and complexity than the younger Sistema 8.

Is the rum made from molasses?

Yes, it's distilled from 100% sugar cane molasses in the Spanish tradition, like the rest of the Ron Cueva 1501 series.

How should Ron Cueva 1501 San Blas Exclusiva 12 Solera be enjoyed?

It's best enjoyed neat in a snifter or over ice, where its full-bodied complexity comes into its own.