*** Rey Del Istmo – A gift from the gods ***

London. 18/02/25. Decant Group, has announced the official launch of Rey Del Istmo, a new premium, single estate Panamanian rum, that has been harvested, distilled, and aged at Varela Hermanos – the oldest rum distillery in Panama, which was founded in 1908 by Don José Varela Blanco.

The inaugural Rey Del Istmo 10-Year-Old release (42% ABV) which was crafted using locally sourced sugar cane, distilled on a column still and matured in the finest American oak barrels, is a celebration of tradition, patience, dedication, and the art of crafting spirits that transcends time.

High above Panama flies the King Vulture, the messenger bird of the Maya gods. Today, the King of the Isthmus – of which Rey Del Istmo translates to in Spanish and the brand takes its name from, delivers a heavenly promise of riches from an exceptional selection of rum casks.

Rey Del Istmo 10-Year-Old, delivers a velvety texture and captivating aromas of vanilla, spice, butterscotch, and oak. Perfect for a multitude of serving options, whether neat, in highballs or as part of a long drink, it effortlessly complements tonic water, soda or ginger ale, and creates the perfect base for a whole range of refreshing and vibrant cocktails.

Commenting on the launch, Alistair Moncrieff, Founder of Decant Group, said: “Following the continued success of our LIMITED Whisky brand, we are very excited to be launching the first rum release from Rey Del Istmo. Produced at the oldest and most renowned rum distillery in Panama; Varela Hermanos – which is also one of the few distilleries to still produce its molasses from estate grown sugar cane, every bottle of Rey Del Istmo comes steeped in over 100 years of heritage and tradition.”

This latest news follows on from last month’s launch of House of Decant, a new online drinks marketplace from Decant Group, which will support independent spirits and wine producers and offer its members access to exclusive spirits. House of Decant also aims to reimagine the convenience of a traditional drinks delivery service into a premium digital concierge, by offering same-day delivery and other services via WhatsApp.

Rey Del Istmo 10-Year-Old, is now available from House of Decant and Amazon for a RRP of £39.99. Further Rey Del Istmo bottlings will be released in the future, with full details being announced prior to their launch.

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About Decant Group: Founded in 2019, Decant Group is comprised of several specialised Houses, each focused on a unique niche within the wine and spirits industry: Decant Index, House of Decant, Whisky Partners, Decant Ventures, Decant Bond and Decant Portfolio, which currently includes Limited Whisky and Rey Del Istmo Rum.