Pinnacle of rum mastery: Botran

Botran Rum blends craftsmanship and tradition with groundbreaking innovation in its newest limited expression Infinito – a tribute to the family’s heritage.

Surrounded by five peaks in the highlands of Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, family‐owned Casa Botran Rum Distillery is found at 2,300 metres above sea level.

With more than 80 years of dedication to craftsmanship, unparalleled quality, and inventive ageing techniques, the distillery is home to the top‐selling aged rum in the country: Botran Rum. Casa Botran was founded in 1940 by the Botran brothers, and captures the essence of optimism and discovery.

The brand invites consumers to “capture the colour of life” with each bottle of its exceptional rum, the latest of which pays homage to the family in the most ambitious and refined creation to date: Botran Infinito. The new limited release is meticulously crafted by blending rums aged in eight distinct casks, making it the first rum in the world to explore such a diverse range of ageing profiles.

The epic blend’s eight casks include two types of ex‐American whiskey barrels, including medium‐toasted, and six ex‐wine casks: Sherry, Port, Amarone, Sauternes, Ribera del Duero, and Marsala. Each cask contributes its unique character to the expression, creating a symphony of flavours that results in the rum’s exceptional complexity and depth.

Luxurious indulgence

Infinito is a tribute to Venancio Botran, the eldest brother, who first journeyed from Spain to Guatemala to start the Botran legacy. Inspired by Venancio’s birth year, Botran Infinito is limited to 1,893 bottles, making it both a rare collector’s item and a luxurious indulgence.

The rum seduces the senses with a sophisticated bouquet of aromas, including exquisite notes of maple, chocolate, cherry, and raisins, complemented by subtle hints of cinnamon and dates.

On the palate, flavours of sweetness, dark chocolate, and a touch of citrus lead to nuanced notes of toasted wood. The finish is gracefully lingering, featuring a subtle resonance of toasted wood and maple. With a robust 43% ABV, this exceptional rum is best enjoyed neat or with ice to appreciate its complex and harmonious flavours.

Botran Infinito is presented in packaging that reflects its exceptional nature, featuring luxurious details that mirror the opulence of the liquid within. The name ‘Infinito’ symbolises the limitless possibilities and innovative spirit that define the release, as well as the infinite journey of flavour and discovery it offers.

Unmatched treasure

In a historic release, Ivan Valdez, senior global marketing manager, spotlights the newest distillery jewel: “Introducing Botran Infinito, Casa Botran’s maximum expression of rum mastery. A journey of transformation through eight different carefully selected casks from the exclusive Botran family reserve. In your hands lies an unmatched treasure that takes you where no other rum has dared to go before: to infinity.”

This exclusive release is set to make waves in the world of fine spirits, offering connoisseurs a rare opportunity to savour a rum that is truly beyond compare.

For those seeking an unparalleled rum experience, Botran Infinito showcases an indulgence like no other.

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Author: SB Staff Writer