About Diplom\u00e1tico Ambassador Rum Inspired by the 18th-century distiller Don Juancho Nieto Mel\u00e9ndez \u2014 also known as El Ambassador\u2014 this luxurious Venezuelan rum is a distinctive blend of 12-year-old 100% pot-still rums. Unlike the standard expressions in the Diplom\u00e1tico stable, this premium rum is given an extra two years in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, in addition to is rest in ex-bourbon barrels. Bottled at a slightly higher proof, this luxury rum is presented in an elegant wooden cask featuring an 18-carat gold closure. Pick up your bottle today! About Diplom\u00e1tico Distilled from sugarcane and aged for up to twelve years, the history of Ron Diplom\u00e1tico Reserva Exclusiva can be traced back to the 19th century when Don Juancho Nieto Melendez, a legendary figure in the history of Venezuela, began distilling rum near Hacienda Botucal. Explore all Diplom\u00e1tico bottles >> About Rum Rum history allegedly started in the Carribiens in the 17th century when they started to ferment and distill molasses, a byproduct of sugar production. Most of the Rum is aged in oak or ex-wine casks, giving its color and flavor. We distinguish between 4 different Rum categories, where white or unaged rum is mainly used in cocktails, while dark, spiced, and a\u00f1ejo (aged) rum are mostly enjoyed neat. Check out our impressive selection of rums, find your new favorite in Top 10 rums, or explore The best gifts for rum drinkers. Read More Rich, deep notes of caramel, toffee and gingerbread notes echo all throughout the nose and palate. The finish is lingering and elegant, with notes of cocoa, clove, allspice, leather and citrus peel.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Size 750mL Proof 94 (47% ABV) *Please note that the ABV of this bottle may vary Finished in PX Sherry casks this luxurious rum is presented in an elegant wooden cask featuring an 18 carat gold closure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":28684,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"product_cat":[2132],"product_tag":[2226],"class_list":["post-81644","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-diplomatico","product_cat-rum","product_tag-diplomatico-ambassador-rum","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"yoast_head":"\n