Edición Negra

Name: Edición Negra
Brand: Zacapa

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750ml

Masterfully crafted in Guatemala.

Zacapa Edición Negra is masterfully crafted in Guatemala using the first press of sugar cane and aged 2300m 'Above the Clouds' to slow the aging process, developing layers of aromas and flavors within the rum. Zacapa Edición Negra is made of a blend of rums between 6 and 24 years old and is inspired by the natural elements of Guatemala including the dark fire of its volcanoes.

Edición Negra is aged in select barrels including double charred American oak casks, creating a rich, dark rum with a smoky intensity. Every bottle of Edición Negra is adorned with a hand-woven petate band crafted by a community of over 700 Guatemalan weavers.

Includes one 86 proof, 750 ml bottle of Zacapa Edición Negra Rum
A blend of rums aged 6-24 years
Please enjoy responsibly

Tasting notes

Woody, spicy and smoky flavor notes.

Serving suggestion

Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite whiskey cocktail for a smoky twist on a classic.

Country of Origin

Guatemala

RON ZACAPA Rum. 40% Alc/Vol. Imported by The Ron Zacapa Co., New York, NY.

A bottle of Ron Zacapa Edición Negra rum with gold lettering and a black woven band around the lower half.

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A dark glass bottle of liquor with a black and gold label, featuring a woven band around the lower part, shown against a black background.

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Tasting notes

Nose

Caramelized fruits, plums and raisins with smooth smoky notes.

Taste

Woody, spicy and smoky notes combined with the balance of chocolate and dried fruit.

Finish

Bold, with smooth and persistent finish.

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Get to know Zacapa

Zacapa rum was created in 1976 to commemorate the 100th anniversary celebration of the foundation of the city of Zacapa.Zacapa is a town in Guatemala located approximately 112km from Guatemala City. The name Zacapa derives from Nahuatl (Aztec) language, and it means “on the river of grass."

Meet Zacapa's Master Blender

The orchestrator behind Zacapa’s delicious taste is Lorena Vásquez, one of the few female master blenders in the world of spirits. Zacapa Master Blender of more than 40 years Lorena Vásquez, is one of only a few female leaders in a traditionally male-dominated industry.

She is largely credited with making Zacapa the premium spirit is it today.

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Process

Virgin sugar cane

Unlike most rums that are made from molasses, our rums are made using the first press of sugar cane.

Fermentation

Our fermentation process uses a strain of yeast derived from pineapples which brings out incredible aromas and flavors.

Distillation

During the distillation process, the flavor and aroma character and profile of each rum is defined.

Petate weaving

Empowering women and giving Zacapa bottles Guatemalan authenticity.

In 1976 the first Zacapa bottle was completely covered by Petate weaving made by women from El Progreso. By 1999 Zacapa took the initiative to support women from El Quiché who where displaced by conflict, creating work opportunities for their Petate weaving skills.

Later on, other villages from Jocotán were heavily affected by a dry season that destroyed their crops which were their main source of income. Zacapa was able to incorporate them and give the opportunity to generate a new income. Throughout these turbulent times, women have emerged as inspirational leaders in their communities.

A person in traditional clothing weaves straw around a bottle of rum while seated, focusing on their hands and the bottle.

Zacapa old fashioned

Elevate your winter evenings to a new level of indulgence. This classic yet timeless cocktail combines the rich, velvety notes of Zacapa rum with the timeless allure of an Old Fashioned.

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