Objective Notes
Smooth (on the RnD scale of Harsh-Smooth-Very Smooth-Extremely Smooth).

Golden amber color. Attractively sweet on the nose, with slight floral perfume, and subdued alcohol. Once sipped, Mocambo surprises with some interestingly complex flavors of cigar, cedar, cactus, and black licorice. Lingering black coffee and smoky dry finish.

Anecdotal Notes
One of a few rums made in the Solera method, whereby rum's of different ages are kept separate and left to mature in oak. The rums mellow with age, and the younger rums are periodically blended into some of the older rums until the desired aging and flavor is achieved. I've tasted a very few rums made in this unique system, and found them all smooth and complex.

Taster’s Opinion
Mocambo is an entirely pleasant, bargain priced rum. Nice and smoky when served neat. On the rocks with a twist of lemon turns this rum into a refreshing cocktail. I suspect it would be good to partner with semi-sweet chocolate or a good cigar. Its flavors are easily detected, making Mocambo a candidate for a rum tasting party where you want your beginner guests to feel like they've learned something easily.

Taster's Rating (10 is best):  Dave - 7 Flasks

Most recently reviewed by: Dave in November 2006 at RnD's South tasting room in USA.

*750ml unless otherwise stated.