59.7% ABV
VIda Nativa is a limited edition series of 4 single cask rums and 1 two cask blended rum made by the Krassel family in Santa Maria Tlalixtac which lies in the Cañada region of Oaxaca. The series celebrates and the expressions are named after flora and fauna from the Cañada’s distinctive ecosystem. They are made from estate grown Java-varietal cane juice that is naturally fermented and distilled on their "Krassel Still", a custom column still designed and built by their grandfather in the 1930's. The blend also contains a barrel of rum that was distilled on a small copper alembic still, similar to those used to produce mezcal. We were fortunate enough to taste them in Oaxaca with Jason Cox of Alambique Serrano and 5 Sentidos prior to their release and our minds were blown.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Cane Origin: Java varietal Santa Maria Tlalixtac, Oaxaca 2,500-3,800 feet above sea level
Fermentation: In pine tanks with ambient yeasts
Distillation: By Rommel Krassel in a copper alembic pot still
Aging:
Bottling: Cask strength at 59.7% ABV with no water, sugar, or coloring added. 266 bottles total
Tasting Notes: Aromas of tootsie roll, watermelon rock candy, & wet carpet On the palate, notes of cherry limeade & Manhattan cocktail
ABOUT THE CAÑAMAZO
Cañamazo is a large, nitrogen-fixing tree that can grow up to 80 feet tall. Found in central and South America, this habitat-providing tree bears vibrant red sheaths that house onyx-colored seeds in the month of June. Alongside the Río Blanco, a mature Cañamazo shelters a small Alambique Serrano aging cave.
