A Clean Spirit Skunk Rum Striped 2022

Skunk Rum Striped 2022 comes from A Clean Spirit, a Danish micro distillery that bottles this molasses spirit unaged and undiluted at 69.3%. It is honestly an overproof white, unsweetened and unrested, so the focus falls entirely on the new make character rather than any cask influence.

The distillate leads with a herbal, minty top note that sets it apart, backed by fresh cherry and bright orchard fruit, then carries plenty of warmth and a fruity, alcoholic finish at that strength. With no oak to soften it, this works best as a mixer where the minty, fruity lift can cut through a long drink, and at nearly seventy percent it has the punch for bold tiki builds. Drinkers reach for it as a high impact component, and a touch of water opens up the fruit if it is approached neat.