Rum is having a moment, as you might have guessed by the current preponderance of tiki themed menswear, so it’s not surprising to see some different geographic locations throwing their hats into the ring. This Greek origin rum ups the ante with the infusion of Greek bergamot, mandarin orange, sage, honey, vanilla and thyme, giving it a distinctly Mediterranean flair. For purists, this might fall outside of the norm, but I applaud the outside the box thinking here. It’d be hard to argue that this doesn’t achieve job one, which is to be delicious. Blue and white Greeki-tiki challenge accepted! The Spirit of the Year and a Platinum Award winner at the 2023 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition. 97
Reviewed by Rich Cook
Brand – Kavo Island Rum
Spirit Type – Rum
Other Designation – Asimí
Country of Origin – Greece
ABV – 40%
Bottle Size – 700ml
Price – $29
Score – 97
Date Reviewed – 10/09/2023