{"title":"Nicaragua","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the world of spirits, Nicaragua is primarily known for its \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional rum\u003c\/strong\u003e , which ranks among the most exciting in Central America. Volcanic soils, a tropical climate, and traditional production methods shape a style renowned for its depth and elegance: \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel, chocolate, and oak\u003c\/strong\u003e are typical aromas that develop through careful barrel aging. Many bottlings mature for extended periods under ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Nicaraguan rum enjoys an excellent reputation among connoisseurs – not least because of its \u003cstrong\u003esustainable production\u003c\/strong\u003e without artificial additives. At Vinoscout, you\u0026#39;ll find a hand-picked selection of four products from Nicaragua, ranging in \u003cstrong\u003eprice from €15.90 to €54.95\u003c\/strong\u003e – from accessible entry-level rums to aged premium rums for special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"flor-de-cana-rum-12-years-old","title":"Flor de Cana Rum 12 years old","description":"The Flor de Cana 12 Year Old impresses on the nose with an impressive bouquet. This reddish rum captivates with spicy and nutty aromas and a hint of banana. A blend of smooth, soft, and robust notes is what the connoisseur will perceive, and they will be particularly looking forward to the taste. They will not be disappointed, as the notes of oak and vanilla are rich, powerful, and full of richness, complemented by a subtle touch of fruitiness and spice, completely satisfying the palate. Balanced and robust, fantastic and expressive, this rum will delight the palate. This rum is distilled using 100% renewable energy and naturally aged without the addition of sugar.","brand":"Compania Licorera de Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52702981816656,"sku":"V09500","price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/VinoSCOUT_V09500.webp?v=1771359128"},{"product_id":"flor-de-cana-terra-rum-15-years-old","title":"Flor de Cana Terra Rum 15 Years old","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlor de Caña Terra 15 Years\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mature Nicaraguan rum with a soft, warm character – distilled by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua, one of the oldest rum distilleries in Central America.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e What makes this bottler special: Production runs entirely on renewable energy, the packaging is made from recycled materials, and the rum carries both Fair Trade and carbon neutral certification. These labels aren\u0026#39;t just marketing hype – Nicaragua is one of the few countries that can boast genuine supply chain transparency in the rum industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Fifteen years of barrel aging leave their mark: roasted nuts and dark caramel on the nose, vanilla with a warm spice undertone on the palate – cinnamon, a hint of nutmeg. The finish is velvety and long, without the sharpness of younger vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Neat at room temperature or with a single ice sphere – both allow the aroma profile to fully unfold. For those who enjoy classic cocktails: an Old Fashioned with this rum works exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Compania Licorera de Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52702983586128,"sku":"V09501","price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_flor_de_cana_terra_rum__years_old_1.webp?v=1771359135"},{"product_id":"flor-de-cana-rum-grand-reserve-7-years-old","title":"Flor de Cana Rum Grand Reserve 7 years old","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlor de Caña Grand Reserve 7 Años\u003c\/b\u003e is an aged Nicaraguan rum that shows what tropical aging does to a distillate: denser, but never heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua has been distilling rum in Chichigalpa, at the foot of the San Cristóbal volcano, since 1890. The microclimate measurably accelerates barrel aging—seven years in Nicaragua are aromatically equivalent to a significantly longer maturation period in colder regions. The company is Fairtrade-certified and carbon-neutral, which is still the exception in the rum segment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e On the nose, roasted coconut, vanilla, and a hint of fig. On the palate, honey and dark chocolate follow; the texture is smooth without any harshness, the finish long and slightly sweet. No peat, no aggressive oak—an approachable yet characterful rum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The aroma profile is best enjoyed neat at room temperature. Adding a large ice cube slows down the melting process and opens up the sweetness. As a base for a Cuba Libre or Mojito, it offers more depth than most younger bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Compania Licorera de Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52702983749968,"sku":"V09502","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_flor_de_cana_rum_grand_reserve__years_old_1.webp?v=1771359136"},{"product_id":"flor-de-cana-rum-centenario-gold-18-years-old","title":"Flor de Cana Rum Centenario Gold 18 years old","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlor de Caña Centenario Gold 18\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mature Nicaraguan rum with a distinct oak character — round, warm and made for pure enjoyment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua, operating since 1890, produces Flor de Caña at the foot of the San Cristóbal volcano. The distillery relies on five distillations and a \u003cem\u003eslow-aging\u003c\/em\u003e process: no added sugar, no artificial coloring—aging in American oak barrels for over 18 years does all the work. The result is a rum that has won multiple gold medals at the International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition in London, including four consecutive Best in Class awards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a deep amber color. The nose offers caramel, dried fig, and vanilla, underpinned by tobacco and toasted oak. On the palate, it has a creamy texture, notes of dark chocolate and dried fruit, and a long, spicy finish with a hint of cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Neat at room temperature or over a single ice cube – this is how the 18 years of barrel aging best showcase its benefits. For those who wish to use it in a cocktail: An Old Fashioned with this rum needs little more than a dash of Angostura bitters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Compania Licorera de Nicaragua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52702983913808,"sku":"V09503","price":54.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_flor_de_cana_rum_centenario_gold__years_old_3.webp?v=1771359136"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/collections\/nicaragua_d1f118d3-eaf2-4e0a-9949-923a3e9a0af4.jpg?v=1783197973","url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/collections\/nicaragua.oembed","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}