Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) has unveiled the second release in its high ester rum series named Port Mourant (PM) / Diamond High Ester (DHE). Following the successful launch of La Bonne Intention (LBI) / Diamond High Ester in 2024, this new blend aims to cater to the growing global interest in distinctive rum profiles.

High ester rums are renowned for their rich, complex flavors derived from a high concentration of esters—aromatic compounds that define their unique character. The Port Mourant / Diamond High Ester blend, distilled in 2014 and aged for ten years in previously used bourbon barrels, showcases the diverse craftsmanship of Demerara rum-making and is bottled at cask strength.

The Port Mourant Double Wooden Pot Still, which operates at the Diamond Distillery in Guyana, was originally placed at the Port Mourant Estate in 1732. This historic still has a legacy of producing robust rums that were favored by the Royal Navy. The Diamond High Ester marque is processed using a unique John Dore Double Retort Pot Still from 1950, capable of producing rums with elevated levels of ethyl acetate through a slow boiling and high reflux distillation method.

The new rum bursts with aromas of green apple, flambéed banana, and hints of clove, cigar, and peat. Its tasting profile is fruit-forward, full of ripe tropical notes, with an infused tobacco finish that creates a memorable experience.

About Demerara Distillers Limited
Based in Guyana, Demerara Distillers Limited boasts over 300 years of distilling heritage, producing a range of renowned spirits including El Dorado Rums. Committed to the craft of rum making, DDL also produces non-alcoholic beverages including water and juices, and functions as the bottler for Pepsico in the region.

El Dorado Rums highlight the expertise of Caribbean rum crafting, utilizing time-honored production methods to create their diverse lineup, which has garnered numerous accolades for quality.

For more information about Demerara Distillers Limited, visit demeraradistillers.com. Details on El Dorado Rums can be found at theeldoradorums.com.