Abuelo XII Two Oaks – 12 year old rum from Panama with intense cask character

Abuelo XII Two Oaks is an exclusive 12-year-old rum from Panama, created for those who love depth, warmth and silky elegance in the glass. This premium rum from Varela Hermanos combines tradition, craftsmanship and innovative barrel aging in a bottle that impresses connoisseurs and curious connoisseurs alike. If you’re looking for a complex rum with character, body and a long, rounded finish, Abuelo XII Two Oaks is a great choice for both the home bar and as a gift for the rum lover.

What makes Abuelo XII Two Oaks special is the double barrel aging process. First, the rum matures in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks where it builds structure, sweetness and classic vanilla notes. It is then transferred to brand new, extra charred American oak barrels. These barrels are selected and treated with extreme precision in Napa Valley, California. The wood is toasted for 60 minutes at 180°C to gently open the structure, then the temperature is raised to 220°C to achieve a deep char of approximately 8 mm.

This two-step process creates a natural carbon filter in the barrel and allows the rum to draw maximum flavor from the wood. The result is a remarkably smooth and rounded rum with distinctive cask character, smoky nuances and a harmonious balance of sweetness and spice. Abuelo XII Two Oaks is a rum that is excellent neat in the glass, but it can also elevate an exclusive rum cocktail to new heights.

Tasting notes

Nose: Intense and inviting scent of oak, light smoke and delicate notes of vanilla. Coffee and roasted almond aromas add depth and warmth.

Flavor: Rich and complex with prominent oak notes and a characteristic smoky sweetness. Caramel, spices and roasted coffee beans dominate, elegantly balanced by hints of cola and nuts.

Finish: Long, smooth and rounded with persistent notes of roasted wood, sweetness and light smoke.

The house behind it – Varela Hermanos

Abuelo is produced by Varela Hermanos in Panama, a family-owned distillery founded in 1908. For generations, the house has refined the art of producing high-quality rum from sugar cane grown in their own fields. The combination of tropical aging, uncompromising quality control and respect for tradition has made Abuelo an internationally recognized name in premium rum. With Two Oaks, the house demonstrates its ability to combine classic craftsmanship with modern barrel techniques.

• Type: Rum
• Origin: Panama
• Name: Abuelo XII Two Oaks
• Age: 12 years old
• Quantity: 70 cl
• Alcohol: 40%alcohol