Ron Zacapa No. 23 Centenario Rum

Ron Zacapa No. 23 Centenario Rum

Virgin Sugarcane Honey Base | Guatemala (High Altitude Aging) | Solera Blend of Rums Aged 6–23 Years | Aged “Above the Clouds” (~2,300 m) | 40% ABV (80 Proof) | 750 mL

Process & Profile

Ron Zacapa No. 23 is a premium Guatemalan rum crafted through the Solera system, blending rums aged between 6 and 23 years. Distilled from the first press of sugarcane juice—“virgin sugarcane honey”—it develops its character through high-altitude aging at around 2,300 meters above sea level, where the cool climate slows maturation. The Solera process uses ex-bourbon, sherry, and Pedro Ximénez casks, layering sweetness, spice, and dried fruit into a smooth and elegant rum.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Caramel, vanilla, cacao, butterscotch, toasted nuts, and dried pineapple

• Palate: Dried fruit, apricot, oak spice, nutmeg, leather, tobacco, coffee, and cinnamon

• Finish: Long, smooth, and lingering with honeyed butterscotch, oak spice, and raisin-like richness

What Makes It Special

• Solera-aged blend of rums from 6 to 23 years old

• Crafted from virgin sugarcane honey for purity and depth

• Aged at high altitude to slow maturation and enhance complexity

• Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon, sherry, and Pedro Ximénez casks

• Presented in a bottle wrapped with a handwoven petate band, symbolizing Mayan heritage

How to Enjoy

Sip neat or over a large ice cube to appreciate its smooth, layered flavors. It also makes a refined base for spirit-forward cocktails like the Old Fashioned or Rum Sour.

FAQ

1. What does the “23” in Zacapa No. 23 mean?
   It represents the oldest rum in the blend, with rums aged between 6 and 23 years.

2. How is Ron Zacapa 23 aged?
   It is matured through the Solera system in ex-bourbon, sherry, and Pedro Ximénez wine casks at high altitude.

3. What is Ron Zacapa 23 made from?
   It’s distilled from virgin sugarcane honey, not molasses.

4. What flavors define Ron Zacapa 23?
   Caramel, vanilla, dried fruit, cocoa, tobacco, coffee, and honeyed butterscotch.

5. Why is Ron Zacapa 23 considered premium?
   Its unique raw material, Solera aging, high-altitude maturation, and artisanal presentation make it stand out among luxury rums.