Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba 2017 Single Cask Rum

Discover a bold and rare rum experience with Holmes Cay South Africa Mhoba 2017 Single Cask Rum. This limited-edition expression was distilled in 2017 at the Mhoba Rum Distillery in Malalane, South Africa, and aged for 4 years in South African whisky casks. Bottled at barrel proof (59% ABV) with zero additives, this release is part of Holmes Cay’s acclaimed Single Cask series—bringing connoisseurs the finest rums from around the globe.

Crafted from 100% sugarcane juice and pot-distilled, this rum is robust, earthy, and unapologetically expressive. With only a single cask used for this bottling, each sip offers a truly unique window into the world of African terroir and craftsmanship.

Key Features:

• Country of Origin: South Africa

• Distillery: Mhoba Rum Distillery

• Distilled: 2017

• Bottled: 2021

• Cask Aged: 4 years in South African whisky casks

• Cask Number: 49

• Bottle Number: Limited release (e.g., Bottle #250)

• ABV: 59%

• Proof: 118

• Size: 750ml

• Additives: None

• Barrel Proof: Yes

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Grilled pineapple, leather, and charred oak

• Palate: Molasses, spice cake, fresh sugarcane, and a smoky edge

• Finish: Long, dry, and warming with peppery heat and wood spice

How to Enjoy:

• Neat: For the full complexity of barrel strength

• With a drop of water: To open up deeper layers of fruit and earth

• In premium cocktails: Try in a Rum Old Fashioned or spirit-forward daiquiri variation

FAQ:

Q: Is this rum sweetened or flavored?
No. Holmes Cay rums are renowned for being additive-free—no sugar, no color, no artificial flavorings.

Q: What makes Mhoba rum unique?
Mhoba is a small-scale, single-estate distillery in South Africa known for using local sugarcane, pot stills, and traditional production methods.

Q: Is this a limited edition?
Yes, it comes from a single cask, making each bottle part of a very limited run.

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