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Ashton VSG with Ron Zacapa 23

Ron Zacapa 23's honey and roasted nuts create a luxurious contrast to the VSG's dark chocolate intensity.

95

Cigar

Ashton

VSG / Selected vitola

Country
Dominican Republic
Strength
Full
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sun Grown
Size
Selected vitola

Spirit

Ron Zacapa

23

Category
Rum
Type
Dark Rum
Region
Guatemala
Proof
40% ABV

Why It Works

Ron Zacapa 23's honey and roasted nuts create a luxurious contrast to the VSG's dark chocolate intensity.

Tasting Notes

  • Ecuadorian Sun Grown structure
  • Honey, butterscotch, roasted nuts
  • Matched for body, contrast, and finish.
Honeybutterscotchroasted nutsvanillaoak spice

Occasion

Mood
Special occasion
Best time
After dinner
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