Zacapa XO Centenario Gran Reserva Especial Rum

Zacapa XO is the pinnacle of Guatemalan luxury rum—an exquisite Solera blend of reserves aged 10–25 years, finished in French oak Cognac casks for a satin-smooth symphony of dark cherry, cacao and sweet oak spice. A statement pour and an impeccable gift.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Elegant aromas of toasted oak, burnt caramel, marzipan, orange peel and roasted nuts. Lush palate of soft brown sugar, toffee and spicy oak layered with dark cherry, chocolate, dates and prunes. Long, silk-smooth finish with vanilla, clove, cinnamon and hints of dried mango, raspberry and ginger.

Key Details

• Distillery: Ron Zacapa
• Type: Extra-Aged Dark Solera Rum
• Region: Guatemala
• ABV: 40%
• Volume: 700ml
• Stills: Single continuous column
• Aging: Blend of rums aged 10–25 years; Sistema Solera through ex-American whiskey, sherry & PX casks; finished in French oak Cognac casks
• Signature Serve: Neat or over a large cube

Sweet Pairings

70%+ dark chocolate (cacao bitterness vs. XO sweetness); chocolate truffles; warm chocolate lava cake with a pinch of cinnamon; crème brûlée; pecan tart or pie; vanilla bean panna cotta with berry coulis.

Craftsmanship & Story

Made from first-press sugarcane honey and matured at Zacapa’s high-altitude “House Above the Clouds” for slow, refined ageing. A Solera cascade across whiskey, sherry and PX casks, then a Cognac-cask finish, delivers its hallmark depth, polish and gift-ready elegance.

Special Features

High-altitude maturation; Cognac-cask finishing; sculpted decanter with hand-woven petate band—striking on table or gift desk.

Recognition & Accolades

Independent awards and critic scores underscore its top-tier status:

• Double Gold: San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2024)
• Platinum: International Rum Festival – Super-Premium (2002)
• Gold: The Luxury Masters – Rum, Dark, Ultra Premium (2022)
• Gold: International Rum Festival (multiple years, early 2000s)
• 95/100: Beverage Testing Institute (Tastings.com)

In short: a multi-gold, double-gold, platinum-laureled XO—reassurance for premium shoppers.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Opulent yet impeccably balanced—sublime neat and an effortless luxury gift for anniversaries, milestones and corporate thanks.

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