Kaniche Rum Double Wood
ABV: 40% | Origin: Barbados/France

Kaniche Rum Double Wood is a refined, aged rum that has been matured in two types of wood, enhancing its complexity and depth. It offers rich flavors of vanilla, caramel, and dried fruits, with subtle oak and spice notes. The finish is smooth and well-balanced, making it a perfect choice for sipping neat or in classic cocktails.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Tropical fruits, vanilla, honey, ripe banana, mild oak spice, caramel, and subtle hints of coconut
• Palate: Smooth and well-balanced with notes of caramelized sugar, vanilla custard, baking spices, dried tropical fruits, toasted oak, and hints of cinnamon
• Finish: Medium length with lingering sweetness, warming oak influence, delicate spice, and a touch of dried fruit

Production Details

• Distillation method: Traditional column still distillation
• Cask type(s):
  • Initial aging in ex-bourbon American oak casks in Barbados
  • Finished in cognac casks in France (Limousin oak)
• Special processes:
  • Double wood maturation combining Caribbean and European aging techniques
  • Blended from selected Barbadian rums
  • Final maturation overseen by Maison Ferrand in France
  • No added sugar or coloring (as per tradition)

Perfect For

• Rum enthusiasts exploring unique finishing techniques
• Cognac drinkers looking to explore premium rum
• Those who appreciate balanced, versatile spirits
• Cocktail creators seeking depth and complexity
• Entry point into premium aged rum category

Expert Notes

• Represents a successful marriage of Caribbean rum tradition and French finishing expertise
• The cognac cask finish adds subtle complexity without overpowering the rum's natural character
• Demonstrates the impact of terroir in both initial and finish maturation
• Balances sweetness and oak influence skillfully
• Shows how traditional rum can be enhanced through innovative cask management

Customer Reviews

• "A delightful discovery with surprising complexity for the price." – Marcus R. ★★★★☆
• "The cognac cask influence adds an elegant dimension not found in standard rums." – Sophie L. ★★★★★
• "Smooth enough for sipping but affordable enough for premium cocktails." – David T. ★★★★☆

Interesting Facts

• "Kaniche" comes from the name of a sugar cane variety
• The rum benefits from both tropical aging in Barbados and continental aging in France
• Maison Ferrand, known for their cognac, applies their expertise to this finishing process
• The combination of different oak types creates a more complex flavor profile
• Represents a growing trend of applying wine and spirits finishing techniques to premium rum

Serving Suggestions

• Excellent sipped neat or with a single ice cube
• Makes a sophisticated Rum Old Fashioned with orange bitters
• Try in a premium Daiquiri to appreciate the additional complexity
• Pairs well with dark chocolate or crème brûlée
• Can elevate tropical cocktails that call for aged rum

Distillery

• Kaniche Double Wood represents a collaborative approach to rum production, combining traditional Barbadian distillation with French finishing expertise. The rum begins its journey in the Caribbean, where it's distilled and initially aged in ex-bourbon casks, developing classic tropical fruit and vanilla notes. The spirit then travels to France, where under the supervision of Maison Ferrand (renowned cognac producers), it undergoes additional maturation in Limousin oak cognac casks. This double wood process creates a unique expression that bridges the gap between traditional Caribbean rum and European brandy influences. The result is a well-balanced spirit that offers both accessibility and complexity, demonstrating how thoughtful cask finishing can enhance rum's natural character while creating something truly distinctive in the premium rum category.