Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum

Aged Rum | Colombia | Matured via Solera System Up to 12 Years | 40% ABV | 700 mL

Process & Profile

Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve is a Colombian rum made from virgin sugar cane honey, not molasses, which imparts a smooth, honeyed base character. Distilled using both copper alembic stills and continuous column stills, it balances traditional depth with modern precision. The rum is matured through the solera system for up to 12 years in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry oak casks, creating complexity and consistency in every sip.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, honey, roasted coffee, dry seeds, and medium oak

• Palate: Smooth and rounded, with notes of caramel, cocoa, and sweet roasted coffee

• Finish: Long and balanced, featuring oak spice, cocoa, roasted nuts, and lingering sweetness

What Makes It Special

• Made from virgin sugar cane honey, offering a unique depth versus molasses-based rums

• Matured through the solera system, blending rums aged up to 12 years

• Uses both copper alembic and column stills for complexity and balance

• Bottled at 40% ABV, approachable yet refined

• Recognized globally as one of Dictadors most iconic releases

How to Enjoy

Enjoy Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to savor its layered flavors. A splash of water can reveal added spice and cocoa. It also excels in elevated rum cocktails such as an Old Fashioned or Rum Manhattan.

FAQ

1. What ingredient is used to produce Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum?
   It is made from virgin sugar cane honey rather than molasses.

2. How long is Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum aged?
   It is matured via the solera system with rums aged up to 12 years.

3. What is the ABV of Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum?
   The rum is bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof).

4. What distillation methods are used for Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum?
   It is distilled using a combination of copper alembic stills and column stills.

5. What flavors define Dictador 12 Year Old Icon Reserve Rum?
   Its flavor profile includes caramel, honey, roasted coffee, cocoa, oak spice, and roasted nuts.