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Our tastingSINGAPORE Selection 2017/2018 ourcing actor, importer and exclusive distributor of a portfolio of brands, House of Rum is a reference for Rums and Spirits lovers. Thanks to our close relationship with producers and independent labels & Bottlers, our aim is to offer limited editions and unique products exclusively to the Singa- pore market. Curious and creative, we are driven by our passion for Rums and our desire to constantly bring our clients the latest expressions through our selective partnerships. Loyal to its founding commitments and proud of its entrepre- neurial and human heritage, the House of Rum stands out for its tireless curiosity and unending quest for perfection. Always ready to rise to the challenge and to seize opportunities as they come long, House of Rum has made high standards its credo. Our story starts with a 170-YEAR-OLD TRADITION. The ISAUTIER family distillery, set up in 1845, is Reunion Island’s first industrial-scale factory still in operation. At the crossroads of tradition and modernity, ISAUTIER is the island’s premium rum brand. White rums, Spiced-Flavoured Rums ("Rhums Arrangés"), aged rums: the House of Rum invites you to discover ISAUTIER products, the direct result of ancestral know-how, in true Reunion Island tradition. Spiced & Flavoured Rums “ARRANGÉS” ISAUTIER is the only producer in Reunion Island of this gourmand marriage of traditional rum with spices and tropical fruits. The Arrangés (Spiced-Flavoured Rum) range reveals all the epicurean richness to be found in this land of multitudinous perfumes and colours. From the coffee & vanilla with its savoury finish, to the Vangas- saye (tangerine) and its light fruity tangy notes, all our Arranges are a warm invitation to share a happy moment with the people you like. Coffee Vanilla Banana Flambéed Ginger Lemon Vanilla Citrus “RHUMSAged VIEUX”Rums Aged for 3 years in barrels previously used for Cognac’s produc- tion, the ISAUTIER Aged Rums are the result of ancestral know-how. ISAUTIER is the only distillery in Reunion Island to propose matured aged Agricultural Rums. From the choice of the sugarcane to the choice of the barrels, the quality remains the ISAUTIER’s style: Only time and careful- ly chosen raw materials go into the producing of our Aged rums. No added-sugar or artificial wood flavour disturbs the ageing process. “Founders’ Edition”: Louis & Charles 10 years-Old Rum 7 years-Old Rum Matured Rum Barrik House of Rum Caption Cooking Serve Cocktail Sipping Chocolate Cheese Cigar recipe chilled base pairing pairing pairing CoffeeARRANGE Vanilla 50cl - 40° A subtle and sumptuous blend of two Reunion Island spices: Coffee (Kings of France) and the “Bourbon” Vanilla. Delicately flavoured, this rum will bring a savoury finish to any lunch with your family and friends. Flavours Coffee and vanilla aromas blend perfectly German Rum in this original spicy rum, where the strong Festival 2016 Bronze (x2) taste of coffee is smoothed by the subtle sweetness of macerated vanilla. Our tasting advice CGA 2016 Gold (x2) To fully enjoy our Coffee Vanilla, we suggest that you keep the bottle in the freezer and serve iced with your coffee. Top Rum Our recommendation 2015-2016 Gold (x3) ISAUTIER is the only producer in Reunion Island of this gourmand marriage of traditional rum with spices and tropical fruits. The Arrangés (Spiced-Flavoured Rum) range reveals all the epicurean richness to be found in this land of multitudinous perfumes and colours. From the coffee & vanilla with its savoury finish, to the Vangas- saye (tangerine) and its light fruity tangy notes, all our Arranges are a warm invitation to share a happy moment with the people you like. Coffee Vanilla Banana Flambéed Ginger Lemon Vanilla Citrus Aged for 3 years in barrels previously used for Cognac’s produc- tion, the ISAUTIER Aged Rums are the result of ancestral know-how. ISAUTIER is the only distillery in Reunion Island to propose matured aged Agricultural Rums. From the choice of the sugarcane to the choice of the barrels, the quality remains the ISAUTIER’s style: Only time and careful- ly chosen raw materials go into the producing of our Aged rums. No added-sugar or artificial wood flavour disturbs the ageing process. “Founders’ Edition”: Louis & Charles 10 years-Old Rum 7 years-Old Rum Matured Rum Barrik Flambeed Banana ARRANGE 50cl - 40° The fruit taste dominates the structure which is full of elegance and finesse: caramelised and macerated ripe banana. Delicately flavoured, this rum will bring a savoury finish to any lunch with your family and friends Flavours This original rum combines the smooth Top Rum taste of banana and spicy flavours of 2016-2017 flambéed rum. Gold (x3) Your nose will tell you :“it’s dessert served on a plate”, and all sweet palates will melt with pleasure! Spirits Selection 2016 Our tasting advice Gold To fully enjoy our Spiced Banana Flambé, we suggest that you keep the bottle in the freezer and serve iced. International Wine & Spirit Competition Our recommendation London 2016 Silver (4) GingerARRANGE Lemon 50cl - 40° With its sweet holiday taste, it will take you to faraway sunny places. Flavours Subtle ginger notes mixed with refreshing lemon make this rum a unique product. Savour its smooth spicy taste from the first sip! Our tasting advice Top Rum 2016-2017 To fully enjoy our Spiced Ginger Lemon, we Gold (x3) suggest that you keep the bottle in the freezer and serve iced. Our recommendation Top Rum 2016-2017 Top 1 International Wine & Spirit Competition London 2016 Silver (4) VanillaARRANGE Citrus 50cl - 40° It gets its lightly tangy notes from Vangassaye, a (some- times) “forgotten” fruit (bitter tangerine) and strangely similar to a small orange. Flavours The Vangassaye reveals its full aroma when combined with the sweet- ness of vanilla. A candied finish brings lots of freshness to the whole. Top Rum 2016-2017 Top 1 Our tasting advice To fully enjoy our Spiced Vanilla Citrus, we suggest that you keep the bottle in the International freezer and serve iced. Rum C ompetition Madrid 2016 Our recommendation Bronze (x3) CGA 2013 Bronze LimitedOLD Edition RUM LOUIS & CHARLES “FOUNDERS CUVÉE” 70cl - 40° Made with the best cane stalks, rum is meant for ageing and is subjected to meticu- lous care and attention: matured in European oak casks, its development is monitored year after year. Flavours Refined, complex and with full aromatic power, this “Founders' Cuvée” Aged Rum blend will leave no connoisseur indiffer- China ent. With a beautiful nutmeg aroma alongside Wine and Spirits the chocolate and toasted coffee fragrances, Competition it expresses whilst drinking, a slightly woody 2016 Silver taste followed by pepper and a little spiced note to end. Our tasting advice This aged rum is a rare pleasure to share with Intertional Wine & Spirit friends after a nice meal, as a digestive. Competition Surprise your guests and pair this aged rum Londres 2016 with a Roquefort cheese! Silver d'exception (x2) The apotheosis: the complexity, the softness and the honeyed notes of flambéed bananas, the “sugary taste” of this exceptional Rum enables it to mix wonderfully with blue Roquefort cheese, for the perfect combina- International tion! Rum Competition Madrid 2016 Our recommendation Silver (x3) 10-Year-OldAGED RUM 70cl - 40° Made with the best cane stalks, rum meant for ageing is subject to meticulous care an attention: matured in European oak casks, its development is monitored year after year. Flavours This 10-year-old rum evinces a fine amber colour with mahogany glints. Powerful and round, it expresses vanilla flavours, brown sugar and cooked plums, Top Rum 2016-2017 revealing fine peppery notes. Top 2 (x2) Suave and complex, it combines beautiful aromas of spice and wood with brown sugar notes: a well-balanced rum. Our tasting advice Spirit Selection 2016 This aged rum is a rare pleasure to be sipped Silver (x2) among friends after a nice meal, as a diges- tive. Surprise your guests and pair this aged rum with Maroilles cheese: the Rum gives out scents of tobacco, sandalwood and prunes, Top Rum with subtle after-notes reflecting this 2015-2016 Silver strong-tasting cheese with a real character! Our recommendation 7-Year-OldAGED RUM 70cl - 40° Made with the best cane stalks, rum meant for ageing is subject to meticulous care and attention: matured in Europe- an oak casks, its development is monitored year after year. Flavours The 7-year-old rum evinces a fine colour with copper glints. Its potent aroma fragrances - subtle flower and vanilla notes - are followed by a final, delicately spicy taste. As you drink Top Rum it, pleasant pepper and spicy flavours will 2016-2017 Gold (x3) unfold. It is truly full-bodied and well-bal- anced. Our tasting advice Intertional This aged rum is a rare pleasure to be sipped Wine & Spirit among friends after a nice meal, as a diges- Competition Londres 2016 tive. Outstanding Surprise your guests and pair this aged rum Silver (x2) with a Munster cheese: A ‘must’! This is an explosive-flavoured rum with exotic hints of crystallised fruits, a round powerful flavour for a perfect combination with the strong China complex taste of Munster cheese! Wine and Spirits Competition 2016 Our recommendation Double Gold MATUREDBarrik RUM 70cl - 40° This matured rum is a blend of traditional industrial rums kept in new casks for 3 months. The choice of casks is essen- tial to obtain matured rum with delicately woody and fruity notes. With time, this rum acquires a warm golden hue and aromatic fragrances. Flavours Top Rum It has a mellow, full-bodied fragrance with 2016-2017 Top 2 (x2) vanilla, caramel and noble wood aromas. As you drink it, you will first find the woody taste, then honey and lastly nougat.