Geographic Indications (GIs) : The Martinique AOC Explained
The Martinique AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) is perhaps the most famous and stringent set of regulations in the rum world. While many regions are only now debating the merits of a Geographic Indication (GI), Martinique has had its framework in place since 1996.
An AOC is a French certification granted to certain geographical indications for wines, cheeses, butters, and other agricultural products. In the case of Martinique, it sets out to define exactly what constitutes “Rhum Agricole Martinique.”
Raising Glasses Pelée’s Fury Martinique Grand Arôme Rum. A bit of a rarity for me. In that I am reviewing something from an Independent Bottler from the US.
A1710 La Perle Rare 2017 Canne Rouge R579. Or if you would prefer in English The Rare Pearl Red Cane. The R579 refers to the variety (is that the correct term?) of sugar cane used.
J. Bally 7 Ans D’Age. Or simply in English J. Bally 7 Year Old. The rums in the J. Bally range are named after the founder of the brand Jacques Bally.
Rhum Clement Canne Bleue. Today I am reviewing a Rhum Blanc Agricole from Martinican producer Rhum Clement.
Saint James Royal Ambre 45%. A pleasant surprise when on holiday in Salou, Spain, was stumbling across a litre bottle of this difficult to find 45% ABV Royal Ambre.
Rhum Depaz Rhum Vieux Agricole Plantation. Rhum Depaz are a rum brand and distillery from the French speaking island of Martinique. As a result most (but not all) of their rhums follow the AOC (Appellation d’Origine Controlee) Martinique.