Rum, Australia

The Beenleigh distillery was founded in 1884 and is the oldest active rum distillery in Australia. Located in Queensland, on the northeast coast of the country, it is situated in an area known for its sugarcane plantations. Beenleigh’s history is intertwined with the heritage of Australian rum, notably as a historic supplier to the British Royal Navy. Today, it is one of the few remaining traditional distilleries in the world with limited presence in European markets. Beenleigh produces its rums using molasses and local water.

TASTING NOTES

Nose : Fresh and expressive. Russian leather, prune kernel, grapefruit, rosewater, and sumac.

Palate : Powerful and spicy. Vanilla, dried apricot, kaffir lime, orange zest, cardamom, and lavender.

Finish : Long and assertive. Guava, camphor, pine resin, black cherry, dark chocolate, and almond.