Opthimus 18 Year Old is a richly matured rum from the Dominican Republic, produced by the respected house of Oliver & Oliver. It is aged using the traditional solera system, which draws together rums of different ages to build a spirit of remarkable depth and consistency, with part of the maturation taking place in ex-sherry oak casks.
In the glass it shows a deep mahogany colour. The aroma leads with vanilla, caramel and dried fruit, wrapped in warm oak and a gentle whisper of sherry. The palate is smooth and silky, layering sweet toffee and vanilla sugar with notes of ripe fruit, soft spice and chocolate, all carried by a long, warming finish.
Sipped neat or over a single large block of ice, this is a rum built for slow enjoyment and quiet appreciation of its solera character.