Clairin The Spirit of Haiti
Rum Le Rocher 0.7L 2022
| Size | 0,70 l |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 50.0% by volume |
| Area | Haiti (Carribean Sea) |
| Aging | Traditional unaged rum (no maturation) |
- Origin: Haitian white rum produced in Pignon by Romulus Bethel
- Base spirit: Boiled syrup from three hand-harvested local sugarcane varieties
- Fermentation: Natural wild-yeast process with dunder reused for greater intensity
- Distillation: Single pot still, unaged and bottled at 50% ABV in 700 ml format
- Taste: Earthy herbs and gentle smoke; mango, pineapple, savoury minerality, peppery finish
Description
What kind of spirit is this?
Clairin Le Rocher by Clairin The Spirit of Haiti is a Haitian white rum crafted from sugarcane syrup in the authentic Rhum Agricole style. Bottled at a robust 50% ABV, this unaged spirit, distilled in a traditional pot still, presents a clear appearance and a smooth, oily texture. Its structured profile is defined by earthy undertones and a delicate smokiness, while on the palate, fresh tropical fruit intertwines with medicinal herbs and a savoury mineral salinity. This intense character culminates in a long, peppery finish, making it ideal for sipping neat or elevating a classic Ti’ Punch cocktail.
Where it comes from
Originating from Pignon, Haiti, this expressive spirit reflects a profound agricultural heritage. Produced by Romulus Bethel for Clairin, it begins with the careful hand-harvesting of three local sugarcane varieties. The cane is transformed into a dense syrup at the source, preserving a vital link between the raw material and the Caribbean terroir. This method highlights the deep vegetal and earthy identity of the region.
How it is produced
Production relies on an extended natural fermentation, initiated by wild yeasts directly on the boiled sugarcane syrup. To build aromatic complexity, the technique of recycling dunder from previous batches is applied, naturally intensifying the vibrant flavours. The wash undergoes a single distillation in a traditional discontinuous pot still. Left unaged and kept at full proof, this artisanal approach yields a direct and vigorous profile that captures the raw character of the local sugarcane.
History and Interesting Facts
Crafted by Romulus Bethel in Pignon, Haiti, Clairin Le Rocher 2022 is an artisanal white rum that embodies authentic Caribbean heritage. Recognised as a Slow Food Presidium, this unaged spirit is produced from the rich syrup of three hand-harvested sugarcane varieties. It embraces the island’s millennial traditions by utilising the ancient method of dunder recycling during fermentation, reflecting a deep commitment to Haiti’s ancestral distillation heritage.
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12 - 14 °C
They are artisan and artistic productions, some tiny, spread in the only Caribbean territory, Haiti, which in 1804 rebelled against slavery, and received the red card from the Western world, and today is the only one still wonderfully "pure": original cane varieties, not hybridized, no chemistry in agriculture, spontaneous fermentation without selected yeasts, "archaic" distillations and no filtration.
Harvesting must be done strictly by hand. The sugar cane must be transported from the fields to the distillery using animals. The fermentation of sugar cane juice must be carried out exclusively using natural yeasts, without the addition of industrial yeasts. Fermentation must last at least 120 hours. Distillation takes place in alembics with a maximum of 5 copper plates. The spirit must be bottled at the outlet stage of the still. Bottling must take place in Haiti. Read more
| Name | Clairin Rum Le Rocher 0.7L 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Rum |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,70 l |
| Alcohol content | 50.0% by volume |
| Country | Carribean Sea |
| Region | Haiti |
| Vendor | Clairin The Spirit of Haiti |
| Story | History and Interesting Facts Crafted by Romulus Bethel in Pignon, Haiti, Clairin Le Rocher 2022 is an artisanal white rum that embodies authentic Caribbean heritage. Recognised as a Slow Food Presidium, this unaged spirit is produced from the rich syrup of three hand-harvested sugarcane varieties. It embraces the island’s millennial traditions by utilising the ancient method of dunder recycling during fermentation, reflecting a deep commitment to Haiti’s ancestral distillation heritage. |
| Origin | Pignon, Haiti |
| Production technique | Extended natural fermentation of sugarcane syrup with wild yeasts and dunder recycling; single pot still distillation |
| Aging | Traditional unaged rum (no maturation) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |