200 L RUM BARREL - RHUM AGRICOLE MARTINIQUE 1ST FILL

SPECIFICATION/ORIGIN: Rhum Agricole/Martinique (1st fill/no ex Bourbon)
WOOD: American Oak
SIZE: 200 l
AGE: 7 years (1st fill)
DIMENSIONS: Approx. 90 cm (Height)/65 cm (Ø Bilge)/56 cm (Ø Head)
DELIVERY TIME: On Request

FIRST-FILL RUM CASKS WITH TRUE CARIBBEAN CHARACTER
These 200 L rum casks from Martinique are among the most exceptional barrels for the maturation and finishing of premium spirits and barrel-aged beers. Unlike many traditional rum barrels that were previously used as bourbon casks, these are genuine first-fill American oak casks specifically crafted for aging Rhum Agricole.

The barrels were used for only around seven years, giving them an especially active and intense cask influence with remarkable aromatic freshness and expressive oak character.

RHUM AGRICOLE – DISTILLED FROM FRESH SUGARCANE JUICE
What makes these casks unique is the type of rum previously matured inside them. Martinique Rhum Agricole is not produced from molasses like most rum styles worldwide, but distilled directly from fresh sugarcane juice.

This traditional production method creates a noticeably fresher, more vegetal, and more complex aroma profile. During maturation, these distinctive characteristics became deeply integrated into the oak, shaping a truly unique cask profile.

FRESH SUGARCANE NOTES & TROPICAL DEPTH
These barrels offer a vibrant and multi-layered aroma profile. Typical characteristics include fresh sugarcane notes, tropical fruit aromas, and natural sweetness, expressed with far greater precision and elegance than classic molasses-based rum casks.

This fruit character is complemented by fine vanilla, warm American oak, and subtle spicy and grassy nuances typical of high-quality Rhum Agricole.

The result is an exceptionally fresh, aromatically complex, and harmonious cask profile with outstanding character and individuality.

FIRST-FILL CASKS WITH INTENSE OAK INFLUENCE
Unlike many Caribbean rum barrels, these casks were not previously used for bourbon maturation. They are genuine first-fill American oak barrels made specifically for aging Rhum Agricole.

This gives them significantly higher oak activity and a particularly intense interaction between rum and oak aromas. Thanks to their relatively short use of only seven years, the wood structure remains especially fresh and highly aromatic.

These qualities make the barrels ideal for demanding maturation and finishing projects.

IDEAL FOR SPIRITS, BEER & CREATIVE MATURATION PROJECTS
Martinique Rhum Agricole casks are perfect for the storage, maturation, and finishing of whisky, rum, brandy, and other premium distillates.

Barrel-aged beers, ciders, and experimental projects also benefit from the fresh sugarcane aromatics, tropical fruit character, and elegant oak integration of these barrels.

Producers looking for truly exceptional rum casks with authentic origin and distinctive character will find a rare and premium alternative to standard ex-bourbon rum barrels.

CAREFUL SELECTION & PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION
All casks are freshly emptied, carefully inspected, and professionally prepared. Particular attention is given to tightness, wood quality, and sensory performance to ensure optimal conditions for refilling.

RHUM AGRICOLE CASKS FROM MARTINIQUE – RARE, FRESH & AROMATICALLY UNIQUE
These first-fill rum casks from Martinique are the ideal choice for producers seeking a fresh, tropical, and exceptionally characterful maturation barrel - authentic, intense, and distinctly different from traditional rum casks with bourbon barrel heritage.

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