CHAMAREL 2017 Habitation Velier

Selected by Velier, this Mauritian rum is distilled from estate-grown sugarcane and double distilled in pot stills before ageing in ex-Cognac casks, a maturation that brings depth, elegance and aromatic lift. The spirit unfolds with exuberance and precision, combining ripe tropical fruit, honeyed sweetness, medicinal freshness and warm spice, all layered over a chocolatey, vanilla-toned structure. Over time, the profile gains complexity and maturity, revealing a refined balance between power and finesse that speaks to both terroir and careful cask selection.

Located in Chamarel, in the southwest of Mauritius, Domaine de l’Exil was acquired by the Couacaud family in 1996. To sustain sugarcane cultivation and preserve local employment, the family inaugurated an on-site distillery in August 2008. Today, the estate cultivates 220 hectares of cane, working exclusively with three manually harvested varieties—blue, yellow and red sugarcane. Production is deliberately artisanal, with pot still distillation ensuring a rich, expressive style that reflects both the island’s climate and its agricultural heritage. This estate-driven approach places Domaine de l’Exil among the most distinctive rum producers in the Indian Ocean.