El Ron del Artesano Rum – Amarone Cask Finish 2025

El Ron del Artesano is a small-batch bottler, and this release pairs a Panamanian column-still molasses rum with an Amarone cask finish. Panama rum in this mould is typically soft, mellow and vanilla-spiced, while the Amarone wood, from a rich Italian dried-grape red, should layer in dark fruit, raisin and a touch of warm sweetness. Carrying ten years and bottled at 46.4%, the firmer proof gives the spirit enough grip to take on the wine influence without being overwhelmed. Quiet signals from those who have tried it point to a pleasant, easygoing sipper rather than a heavy one. Expect a smooth, fruit-led character in the Spanish style. Sweetness is not disclosed, so treat it as a rounded pour.