Camikara 8 Years Rum
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Overview
Camikara 8 Years Rum represents Picadilly Distillery's mature take on Indian agricole-style rum, crafted from local sugarcane and aged to deliver a balanced profile of sweetness, funk, and spice that elevates it beyond its younger sibling.
Specs at a glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Style | Agricole Rum |
| ABV | 42.8% |
| Mashbill | Local sugarcane (agricole) |
| Release Info | Produced by Picadilly Distillery in India; matured in bourbon casks |
| Age | 8 Years |
Good to know
Picadilly Distillery, known for its Indri whisky line, produces this rum in an agricole style using fresh sugarcane juice rather than molasses, imparting a grassy, funky character. Expert reviews highlight its fuller development and traditional appeal compared to the 3 Years expression, earning a B+ rating for its rounded maturity.
Tasting notes
- Nose: Sweet grassy notes mingle with coconut, pineapple, and funky hogo, delivering a wild, racy intensity.
- Palate: Rounded and exuberant with chocolate, walnut oil, and vanilla up front, transitioning to butterscotch, raisin, dried plum, and baking spices like allspice.
- Finish: Mild dryness lingers, fading the initial sweetness into a clean close.
Notable details
- Production: Distilled from local sugarcane in agricole style; matured in bourbon casks; non-chill filtered; bottled at 85.6 proof.
- Lineage: From Picadilly Distillery, makers of the acclaimed Indri whisky.
- Comparison: Shows greater sweetness, hogo, and spice than the 3 Years version.
- Availability: MSRP around $48; available via retailers like Frootbat.
"A more rounded and traditional rum... with increased sweetness and funky hogo." – Drinkhacker
A sophisticated Indian rum that bridges agricole vibrancy with bourbon cask maturity for discerning palates.
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