Born under a sky of fire and sugarcane, the Cihuatán Cinabrio 12 ans displays its spirit as a sipping rum in a gift set with 2 glasses designed to elevate the moment. Aged in American oak ex-bourbon casks, this Salvadoran rum concentrates the generosity of a tropical maturation that sculpts precise, luminous aromas. Its name evokes the red depth of cinnabar and the Maya beliefs whose motifs adorn the label, an invitation to a sensory escape. Made from a blend of pure cane juice and molasses, it is bottled at its natural strength of 40% for a smooth, approachable presence, without artifice, additive-free. Its golden-amber, almost creamy hue announces a tender composition where vanilla, soft caramel and a fruity-acid touch respond to each other with restraint. The set completes the experience, offering two glasses for a tasting for two, in the late afternoon sun or during a chosen moment. More than a rum, it is a presence, a gesture of sharing, a way to express conviviality with delicacy.

Blending and maturation

This rum is crafted from a dual inspiration: pure cane juice which brings brightness and tension, and molasses which provides body and smoothness. Maturation in American oak ex-bourbon casks imparts notes of vanilla, soft caramel and polished wood while preserving a fruity thread. The Salvadoran climate, hot and contrasting, intensifies the exchange between rum and wood, accelerating the concentration of aromas. The result, at 40%, favors gustatory clarity and fluidity on the palate without overload. The absence of additives preserves the purity of the profile, while the visual identity, adorned with Maya-inspired motifs, pays tribute to an ancestral imagery. The gift set adds a ritual dimension to the tasting, with two glasses dedicated to showcasing the aromas and to the precision of the gesture, for a complete experience from the moment the box is opened.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Golden amber with creamy highlights, clear and radiant, evoking honey warmed by the sun.
• Nose : A pleasant balance between light fruitiness and zesty freshness, lifted by vanilla and caramel, with a delicate woody note.
• Palate : Very soft and smooth, opens on a grenadine syrup with accents of citrus, then glides to soft spices and melted caramel. A caressing sensation, without harshness.
• Finish : Round and light, dominated by vanilla and a hint of orange peel, for a calming persistence.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve between 16 and 18°C in the provided tasting glasses to emphasize aromatic clarity and mouthfeel. A few minutes of air reveal more vanilla and soft caramel, as well as the subtle citrus note. For a tauter expression, a slight chill is enough, while adding one large, clear ice cube can soften the frame and lengthen the finish. Avoid small ice cubes that dilute quickly. Store the bottle away from light and temperature variations. This accessible, structured profile is best enjoyed neat, in quiet reflection, or in a minimalist highball to let the woody sweetness speak without masking it.

Food pairings

• Gentle aperitif : fresh mango cubes, roasted pineapple, toasted cashews.
• Sweet-salty starters : orange tuna tataki, sea bream ceviche with citrus, slightly sweetened homemade gravlax.
• Main courses : caramelised pork, lacquered poultry, spare ribs with mild spices, honey-roasted vegetables.
• Cheeses : light tomme, young sheep's cheese, aged gouda with a sweet edge.
• Desserts : blood orange tart, moist gingerbread, milk chocolate praline.

Moments to enjoy

The Cihuatán Cinabrio 12 ans is the natural companion:

• For a sunny late afternoon, when the light softens and conversation lingers.
• At a friendly dinner where you seek harmony between sweetness, fruit and vanilla.
• As a thoughtful gift thanks to the set and its two glasses, promising a shared moment.

Product details

• Name : Cihuatán Cinabrio 12 ans, Gift set with 2 tasting glasses
• Origin : El Salvador
• Type : Aged rum
• Raw material : Pure cane juice and molasses
• Aging : American oak ex-bourbon casks, tropical profile
• Alcohol strength : 40%
• Volume : 70 cl
• Additives : None
• Presentation : Gift box with 2 tasting glasses
• Label : Maya-inspired motifs