Holmes Cay Single Cask Rum South Africa Mhoba SAW

A rare South African rum aged in whisky casks, bottled at cask strength for uncompromising flavor. Holmes Cay Single Cask Rum South Africa Mhoba SAW is a limited‑edition release that celebrates terroir, craftsmanship, and innovation. Distilled from fresh‑pressed cane juice at Mhoba Rum Distillery and matured for six years in South African whisky casks, this bottling is a Holmes Cay exclusive with only 470 bottles available worldwide.

🥃 Product Highlights

• Distilled in 2018 – From estate‑grown Nkomazi sugarcane, fermented with wild yeast, and pot‑distilled at Mhoba.
• Cask Maturation – Six years in South African whisky casks from James Sedgwick Distillery.
• Limited Release – Just 470 bottles from two casks, exclusive to Holmes Cay.
• Cask Strength – Bottled at 59% ABV, non‑chill filtered, with no additives.
• 700mL Bottle – Premium presentation for collectors and connoisseurs.

🌟 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Mint leaf and caramel, with subtle fruit and green character.
• Palate: Vanilla, brine, green apple, lemon zest, and Sichuan peppercorn, layered with brown butter and salted caramel richness.
• Finish: Spun sugar and a whisper of eucalyptus, long and complex.

🔑 Why Collectors Want It

• Terroir‑Driven – Produced at Mhoba Distillery in Malalane, South Africa, using estate‑grown cane and artisanal pot stills.
• Whisky Cask Influence – Unique maturation in South African whisky barrels adds depth and complexity.
• Holmes Cay Exclusivity – Known for curating rare single casks from around the world.
• Ultra‑Limited Bottling – Only 470 bottles worldwide, making it a prized collectible.

🍸 How to Enjoy

• Sip neat to appreciate its layered complexity.
• Add a splash of water to open up citrus and caramel notes.
• Perfect for collectors, adventurous drinkers, and whisky lovers exploring rum’s frontier.