Ron Malteco Panamá Especiado Spiced 35% Vol. 0,7l

Malteco Especiado is a spiced, rum-based spirit from Panama that pairs a fruity, sweet character with natural spices. Its base is a distillate made from sugar cane juice and produced in a column still, which is then matured for up to one year in ex-bourbon oak casks.

Time in the cask gives the spirit gentle notes of vanilla, caramel and wood, after which natural spices are added to finish it. The oak stays in the background rather than dominating, working together with citrus, spice and sweetness for an easygoing, rounded style.

At 35% ABV, this is a mild, aromatic and versatile spirit. It suits drinkers who enjoy fruity and spicy flavours and want something smoother than the more robust cask-aged rums. The 0.7-litre bottle works well served neat, in simple long drinks or in cocktails.

Tasting Note

Vanilla and caramel come together with cooked grape must, liquorice, orange and cinnamon, while the oak adds extra structure. The overall profile is pleasantly warm, sweet and spicy.