Zacapa Edición Negra Rum
A darker, smokier take on Zacapa: Edición Negra blends reserves aged 6–24 years and layers caramelised fruit, cocoa and gentle smoke from double-charred casks—silky neat, effortless over ice, and a confident premium gift. Tasting Notes & Experience
Caramelised fruits, plums and raisins on the nose with smooth smoky hints. The palate balances woody spice, chocolate and dried fruit with a subtle ember-like smoke. Bold yet polished, finishing long, smooth and persistent. Key Details
- Distillery: Ron Zacapa
- Type: Dark Solera Rum
- Region: Guatemala
- ABV: 43%
- Volume: 700ml
- Stills: Single continuous column
- Aging: Blend of rums aged 6–24 years; Sistema Solera with select casks including double-charred American oak
- Signature Serve: Neat or over a large cube; Negra Old Fashioned Cocktail Pairings
Negra Old Fashioned (smoky twist); Smoky Manhattan (vermouth silk vs. charred oak); Smoky Negroni (bitter-cacao depth); Zacapa Espresso Martini (cocoa & coffee harmony). Craftsmanship & Story
Made from first-press sugarcane honey, distilled, then matured at Zacapa’s “House Above the Clouds" (high-altitude, cool ageing). A Solera cascade across carefully selected casks—highlighting double-charred American oak—builds its satin texture and signature smoky richness. Special Features
High-altitude maturation; double-charred cask influence for elegant smoke; hand-woven petate band—distinctive, gift-ready presentation. Recognition & Accolades
Awards and critic scores for this expression include:
- Gold: World Rum Awards (2025)
- 93/100: Bottle Raiders
- 91/100 & Excellent: Ultimate Spirits Challenge (2022)
- 91/100: Falstaff Magazine
In short: modern, smoke-touched Zacapa with strong scores and a recent Gold—assurance for premium shoppers. Perfect for Gifting or Sipping
Sumptuous yet precise—superb neat, compelling in spirit-forward classics, and a polished gift for discerning rum lovers. Fast, Secure NZ-Wide Delivery
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