The rum-making process at Cihuatan is a testament to both tradition and innovation. The sugarcane used is grown in fields owned by the distillery, ensuring control over the quality of the primary ingredient. After harvesting, the sugarcane is processed to extract the juice, which is then fermented. The fermented juice, or "wash," is distilled in modern column stills, producing a clean and robust spirit. Rumy Cihuatán jsou ručně vyráběny ve stejnojmenném údolí v El Salvadoru, v destilerii, jež byla založena roku 2004 a je jedinou palírnou v zemi. Je poháněna obnovitelnou energií, kterou čerpá z vylisovaných zbytků cukrové třtiny. Inspirací rumů, na které dohlíží master blenderka Gabriela Ayala, je mayský odkaz místa, odkud pocházejí. With a patient parent company, Cihuatán has also enjoyed the luxury of time to focus on craft aged rums. All Cihuatán rums are matured for at least eight years. Cihuatan Sahumerio: Inspired by the ancient Mayan ritual of Sahumerio, this rum is a blend of rums aged up to 12 years, offering a rich and complex flavour profile with notes of dried fruits, chocolate, and a hint of spice.

Highfern Ltd are the proprietors of Angels’ Nectar Whisky and importers of Langatun Whisky, Seven Seals Whisky, Smögen Whisky, Strane Gin, Kinghaven Rum & Cihuatán Rum. Alongside the Cairngorms Edition, Angels’ Nectar also offer Angels’ Nectar Blended Malt Scotch Whisky – Original 40%, Angels’ Nectar Blended Malt Scotch Whisky – Rich Peat Edition 46% and Angels’ Nectar Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Islay Edition 47%. Cihuatán Rum is described as “The Rum of the Mayan Gods”. The word “Cihuatán” means “next to the woman”. Legend has it that many centuries ago a Mayan goddess came to the Cihuatán Valley and has watched over the inhabitants ever since. This “sleeping woman” can be seen – today in the form of a mountain – on the brand’s logo. Between the mountains in the Cihuatán Valley lies the distillery, which, by the way, is the only one in all of El Salvador. This is a special feature, but also a commitment – to the highest quality and best taste. Thanks to the sales cooperation with Perola, Germany is now also getting a taste of Cihuatán Ron de El Salvador. Initially matured for 15 years in former bourbon barrels, Xaman XO is then finished for one year in specially created Mayan Ceiba barrels. Osmiletý Cihuatán Indigo je tedy vlajkovou lodí základní řady značky, která pak pokračuje dvanáctiletým Cinabrio, bílým rumem Jade, až po prémiový vyzrálý Xaman XO. To me, rum has never tasted as good as these! Fantastic tropical fruitiness coupled with toffee, chocolate and chilli spice – Amazing!Travel Markets Insider (October 2018). "Ron Cihuatán El Salvador's ambassador to the world". travelmarketsinsider.net . Retrieved 2021-04-09. Named after Xaman, Mayan God of the North Star, the protector of Cihuatán valley. Xaman was believed to rest on sacred Ceiba trees, the Mayan tree of life. Indigo byl vyroben k poctě mayskému bohu deště Tlaloc. Název je inspirován modrou barvou, která se dříve vyráběla z květů indigovníku. Jde o posvátnou barvu boha deště a symbol El Salvadoru. Tyto symboly jsou vyobrazené i na etiketě lahve: bůh deště , který má podobu dešťového mraku, spící žena a had, posvátné zvíře Mayů a symbol moudrosti. In der Nase satt und kräftig. Ein Fass voller Karamell-Sahne Bonbons mit kandierten Früchten und Vanille obendrauf. The Moodie Report (October 2020). "Cihuatan rebrand secures Double Gold at International Spirits Challenge". moodiedavittreport.com . Retrieved 2021-04-09.

Crafted as a homage to Kinich Ahau, Mayan God of the sun, whose sacred colour is red. The Mayan people used the mineral Cinabrio to make red dye. Ministerio de Cultura de El Salvador. "Parque Arqueologico Cihuatán". www.cultura.gob.sv . Retrieved 2021-04-09. Cihuatan Rum is the only premium rum producer in all of El Salvador. What status does rum generally have in your country?Cihuatán Sahumerio is the distillery’s 2020 limited edition rum crafted as a celebration of love. A “Sahumerio” is an incense burner, in which the Mayan would burn treats for Chantico, the Mayan Goddess of love. Cihuatán Rum from El Salvador marries the age old craft of Rum distilling with an innovative forward thinking approach inspired by their Mayan forbears, to create an exciting collection of cask aged Rums. Daily Telegraph (12 September 2019). "Hotel Pacai, Vilnius, Lithuania". The Telegraph . Retrieved 2021-04-09. Gabriela Ayala: We have a great relationship with Perola GmbH. Proud to be part of their select portfolio of premium products. They have other brands but have a special dedication for Cihuatán, we are in good hands! Cihuatan Indigo je vlastně nástupce/rebranding původního rumu Cihuatan 8 Solera Gran Reserva (kromě názvu by tam ale neměl být žádný rozdíl). Vyrábí se z cukrové třtiny pěstované v Salvádoru, která se zpracovává v mateřské společnosti, pod jejíž křídla tato destilérka patří (Ingenio La Cabaña). Destilovaný v koloně (sloupový destilační přístroj – column still) dozrává ve středně vypálených sudech po bourbonu nejméně 8 let (solera system). Před lahvováním se ředí na 40% ABV.

Z exkluzivních limitek doporučuji do pozornosti sběratele (případně i investory ) rumy Cihuatán Nikté a Cihuatan Alux 15y, ale také Cihuatan Sahumerio, nebo Cihuatan Obsidiana (duty free). EDIT 4.8.2023: do portfolia Cihuatán rumů přibyla další pěkná limitka – moje recenze Cihuatán Suerte. In the nose rich and powerful. A barrel full of caramel cream candy with candied fruit and vanilla on top. Palate: Very creamy! Tropical fruitiness, chocolate, vanilla and toffee big time! There’s also wisps of lemon cake and custard creams! The distillery is located in the Cihuatán valley, El Salvador. “Cihuatán” is a nahuat word which means “next to the woman”. Local legend suggests that many centuries ago, a Mayan goddess came to the valley and endowed it with fertile soils and riches. The goddess would intercede on behalf of the people of Cihuatán to grant them favours. Inspired by the Mayan sahumerio rituals, Cihuatán’s master blender Gabriela Ayala has carefully blended 12 to 14 years old light and heavy rums to create Sahumerio which has been aged in former American oak ex-bourbon barrels.Crafted as a homage to Tlaloc, the Mayan God of rain. Blue, the colour of Tlaloc, was produced by the Mayan people from the Indigo flower.