Heavy Spanish rum, intense flavor and a more complex aromatic profile.
The term heavy rum refers to a type of rum with a fuller body, intense flavor and a more complex aromatic profile, in contrast to lighter rums, which are smoother and drier.
Heavy rums are usually characterized by their dark color, the result of prolonged aging in oak barrels, and often by a higher content of esters, which contribute very marked fruity and spicy notes.
In the international context, heavy rum is more associated with British styles, or Jamaican rums, famous for their power, complexity and aromatic richness. These rums are considered less suitable for beginners and are appreciated by aficionados looking for intense and persistent flavors. The ester content in heavy rums can be very high, reaching 1500-1600 mg per 100 ml of alcohol in the most extreme examples.
Heavy rum in Spain:
In Spain, the rum tradition is mainly focused on the Spanish style, which is characterized by lighter, drier and smoother rums, especially those produced in Gran Canaria. Classic Spanish rum is made from sugarcane molasses and aged in oak barrels, following a tradition that dates back to colonial times.
Some brands may offer more aged and complex variants, which could be considered heavy rum within the local context.
