Crafted in Guatemala and aged to perfection in the highlands of Quetzaltenango, Zacapa Rum develops its complex flavour and character 2,300m above sea level in the mystical House Above the Clouds. The moderate to cool climate of the mountains slows down the ageing process and gives the equisite rum the time to develop its complex aromas – for a high-quality rum with perfectly balanced flavours. The Ron Zacapa XO is a unique balance of complex aromas and flavors resulting from the exclusive blend of reserve rums. Hand selected rums aged between 10 and 25 years in the Sistema Solera. are blended as they age in a sequence of barrels that previously stored robust American whiskeys, delicate Sherries, fine Pedro Ximnez wines and finished in French oak casks which previously aged Cognac. On the nose there is a balance of mature toasted oak, burnt caramel, dry roasted nuts, marzipan and orange peel. The palate is a perfect marriage of sweetness, fruit, spice and spirit. Long, smooth and sweet with dark cherry, chocolate, date, sweet oak spices, vanilla and cinnamon. Lighter notes of dried mango, raspberry and ginger on the finish. [#intro]Aged to perfection 2.300 metres above sea level in the mystical ‘House Above the Clouds’…[/intro]