Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish 12 years old Dominican Republic Rum 70 cl 43%

A Highland cask from Ben Nevis is not an obvious neighbour for Dominican rum. Yet that is exactly the combination that gives Summum its character.

Expert description

Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish 12 Years is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, matured 12 years using the solera method and finished in casks from Ben Nevis Single Malt Whisky, bottled at 43%.

The rum builds on the house's solera-matured 12-year blend, after which it is finished in used casks from the Scottish Highland distillery Ben Nevis. The whisky cask's oak, smoke and earthiness melt together with the rum's natural sweetness, creating a character reminiscent of Islay-style whiskies like Laphroaig, but with a gentler, sweeter frame.

Tasting notes

Nose

Sweet candyfloss and chocolate lentils, with vanilla and a hint of spiced whisky oak.

Palate

Sweetness that gradually transitions into whisky-influenced notes of oak, smoke and earthiness.

Finish

Medium length, with a spiced bite at the end.

Region/Country: Dominican Republic
Type: Rum
Age: 12 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Finished in Ben Nevis Single Malt Whisky casks
EAN no.: 8438001406019
Serving suggestion: Neat, as a digestif

Flavour profile

Sweet · Smoky · Earthy · Whisky-influenced

Did you know?

The Ben Nevis distillery, whose casks are used for the finish, sits at the foot of Scotland's highest mountain and is known for a robust, earthy whisky style that blends surprisingly well with Dominican rum.

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Frequently asked questions about Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish

What is Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish 12 Years?

It is a Rum from the Dominican Republic, matured 12 years and finished in casks from Ben Nevis Single Malt Whisky, bottled at 43%.

What does Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish taste like?

Sweet at first, gradually transitioning into whisky-influenced notes of oak, smoke and earthiness.

Which distillery do the whisky casks come from?

The casks come from Ben Nevis Single Malt Whisky, a Highland distillery at the foot of Scotland's highest mountain.

Does the rum resemble a particular whisky style?

Yes, the whisky character resembles Islay-style whiskies like Laphroaig, but with a gentler, sweeter frame from the rum.

Is Ron Summum Ben Nevis Malt Whisky Cask Finish worth it?

Its unusual combination of Dominican rum and Scottish Highland whisky makes it an interesting bottle for both rum and whisky enthusiasts.

How is Ron Summum Ben Nevis best enjoyed?

It is best enjoyed neat as a digestif, where its whisky-influenced complexity comes into its own.