Chamarel 8 Year Old Bourbon Cask Finish Rum 700ml
Chamarel 8 Year Old Bourbon Cask Finish
This pure cane rum from Mauritius spends six years in French oak before a further two years in former bourbon casks. Chamarel's eight-year expression combines a fruit-led palate with vanilla, caramel and oak nuances, bottled at 45% ABV in a 700ml bottle.
Product Details
| Distillery | Rhumerie de Chamarel |
|---|---|
| Country | Mauritius |
| Style | Single estate pure cane rum |
| Raw material | Fresh sugarcane juice |
| Age | 8 years in total |
| Maturation | 6 years in French oak, followed by 2 years in ex-bourbon casks |
| Alcohol content | 45% ABV |
| Bottle size | 700ml / 70cl |
| Packaging | Presentation box included |
Tasting Notes
The following summarises Chamarel's description of the Bourbon Cask Finish, also reflected in Japanese retailer tasting comments. These are source descriptions, not our own tasting.
- Nose / aromatic profile: Vanilla, gentle caramel and oak nuances; the producer gives these as an overall profile rather than a separate nose assessment.
- Palate: Pronounced fruity flavours.
- Finish: The reviewed sources do not provide a separate finish description.
Six Years in French Oak, Two in Bourbon Casks
The finishing casks are made from charred American white oak previously used to age bourbon whiskey. This second stage forms part of the stated eight years, rather than being added after eight years of maturation. Chamarel recommends enjoying this expression neat.
Browse our rum collection to compare other origins and maturation styles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bourbon whiskey or rum?
It is rum distilled from sugarcane juice. Bourbon Cask Finish identifies the previous use of the finishing barrels, not the spirit in the bottle.
Is the total maturation eight or ten years?
Eight years: six in French oak and two more in ex-bourbon casks.
What are the bottle size and strength?
This listing is for the 700ml bottle at 45% ABV.
Does it include a box?
Yes. A presentation box is included and shown in the product photographs. Contact us before ordering if you need confirmation of its current condition.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Our Shipping Policy states that international orders ship DDU. Customers pay applicable import duties, taxes and local fees, which are excluded from product and shipping prices. US and UK buyers should check their destination requirements; EU buyers should check those of their destination member state. Confirm destination availability and shipping charges at checkout.
What is your return and refund policy?
Our Returning & Exchanging policy generally treats sales as final. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for delivery and obtain a Return Number before returning anything. Incorrect items must remain unopened; photograph breakage safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method after receipt and inspection.
Chamarel 8 Year Old Bourbon Cask Finish
This pure cane rum from Mauritius spends six years in French oak before a further two years in former bourbon casks. Chamarel's eight-year expression combines a fruit-led palate with vanilla, caramel and oak nuances, bottled at 45% ABV in a 700ml bottle.
Product Details
| Distillery | Rhumerie de Chamarel |
|---|---|
| Country | Mauritius |
| Style | Single estate pure cane rum |
| Raw material | Fresh sugarcane juice |
| Age | 8 years in total |
| Maturation | 6 years in French oak, followed by 2 years in ex-bourbon casks |
| Alcohol content | 45% ABV |
| Bottle size | 700ml / 70cl |
| Packaging | Presentation box included |
Tasting Notes
The following summarises Chamarel's description of the Bourbon Cask Finish, also reflected in Japanese retailer tasting comments. These are source descriptions, not our own tasting.
- Nose / aromatic profile: Vanilla, gentle caramel and oak nuances; the producer gives these as an overall profile rather than a separate nose assessment.
- Palate: Pronounced fruity flavours.
- Finish: The reviewed sources do not provide a separate finish description.
Six Years in French Oak, Two in Bourbon Casks
The finishing casks are made from charred American white oak previously used to age bourbon whiskey. This second stage forms part of the stated eight years, rather than being added after eight years of maturation. Chamarel recommends enjoying this expression neat.
Browse our rum collection to compare other origins and maturation styles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this bourbon whiskey or rum?
It is rum distilled from sugarcane juice. Bourbon Cask Finish identifies the previous use of the finishing barrels, not the spirit in the bottle.
Is the total maturation eight or ten years?
Eight years: six in French oak and two more in ex-bourbon casks.
What are the bottle size and strength?
This listing is for the 700ml bottle at 45% ABV.
Does it include a box?
Yes. A presentation box is included and shown in the product photographs. Contact us before ordering if you need confirmation of its current condition.
Will I need to pay import duties or taxes?
Our Shipping Policy states that international orders ship DDU. Customers pay applicable import duties, taxes and local fees, which are excluded from product and shipping prices. US and UK buyers should check their destination requirements; EU buyers should check those of their destination member state. Confirm destination availability and shipping charges at checkout.
What is your return and refund policy?
Our Returning & Exchanging policy generally treats sales as final. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 7 days of signing for delivery and obtain a Return Number before returning anything. Incorrect items must remain unopened; photograph breakage safely. Approved refunds go to the original payment method after receipt and inspection.
Review the full image gallery, including the stopper close-ups. Confirm box inclusion and the exact cosmetic condition with us before ordering if these details are important.
International orders are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid). Import duties, taxes and local customs fees are not included in the item price or shipping charge and are the customer’s responsibility. Requirements differ between the United States, the United Kingdom, EU member states and other destinations. See our shipping policy for current details.
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We offer global shipping to most countries and regions worldwide. Please note that some destinations may have restrictions on the import of alcoholic beverages (spirits), and it is the customer’s responsibility to check their local customs regulations and import requirements before placing an order.
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Return & Refund
Since we ship alcoholic beverages, all sales are generally final. We don't accept returns or exchanges just for a change of mind.But if things go wrong—like your bottle breaks in transit or we accidentally send you the wrong one—we've absolutely got your back! Here is how we handle it:
The 7-Day Window
If your item is damaged or incorrect, please reach out to us within 7 days of signing for your package. After 7 days, we unfortunately won't be able to process a return or exchange.
Item Condition
If we sent you the wrong item by mistake, please make sure it stays unopened and in its original condition. (If your item arrived broken, just safely take some clear photos for us instead!)
Refused or Undeliverable Packages
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In addition, original shipping costs are strictly non-refundable for refused packages. If a package is abandoned or destroyed by the carrier due to a customer's refusal to pay local customs duties, no refund will be issued.
