{"product_id":"rhum-j-m-blanc-rhum-agricole-100-proof","title":"Rhum J.M Blanc Rhum Agricole 100 Proof","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhum J.M Blanc Rhum Agricole 100 Proof. Habitation Bellevue, Macouba, Martinique — the extravagant, raw, unaged expression from one of Martinique's most celebrated volcanic-terroir distilleries, delivering a cornucopia of ripening tropical fruit — mango, overripe bananas, and papaya — combined with a wild, funky earthiness for an aromatic explosion of intensely rich fresh sugarcane and tropical fruit character, bottled at 50% ABV without cask influence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRhum J.M is produced at Habitation Bellevue on Martinique's northernmost tip at the base of Montagne Pelée — an active volcano whose nutrient-rich lava soils create a sugarcane of exceptional quality unlike any other on the island. The Creole copper column still distills the fermented cane juice (vin de canne, fermented naturally over 36–48 hours) into rhum agricole that rests in stainless steel tanks for at least three months before being reduced to bottling strength with estate spring water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Blanc 100 Proof is J.M at its most raw and expressive: no cask, no modification, just the pure character of Macouba volcanic sugarcane at full aromatic intensity. The 50% ABV preserves every aromatic compound that lower-proof bottling would suppress. What emerges is one of the most explosive and distinctive white rums on the planet — the standard by which serious bartenders and agricole enthusiasts judge Martinique terroir expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extravagant cornucopia of ripening tropical fruit — mango, overripe bananas, and papaya — combined with a wild, funky earthiness for an aromatic explosion. The volcanic Macouba terroir expresses at full intensity.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely rich fresh sugarcane and tropical fruit flavors. The 50% ABV carries the full weight of the volcanic terroir without dilution. Bold, complex, and demanding in the best possible way.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and long with the agricultural freshness of the cane carrying through the elevated proof to a warm, tropical close.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Habitation Bellevue (Rhum J.M.), Macouba, Martinique (est. 160+ years)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/strong\u003e AOC Martinique Rhum Agricole Blanc\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36–48 hours natural fermentation; distilled in Creole copper column still\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 3 months stainless steel rest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50% (100 Proof)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/rum\"\u003erum at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Rhum J.M Blanc taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Extravagant tropical fruit — mango, overripe banana, and papaya — with wild, funky earthiness on the nose. Intensely rich fresh sugarcane and tropical fruit on the palate. Clean, long, warm finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is J.M Blanc considered exceptional?\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination of Montagne Pelee volcanic soil at Macouba, natural 36-48 hour fermentation, Creole column distillation, and 50% ABV bottling creates an intensity of terroir expression that is rare in any agricultural spirit. The volcanic lava soils produce sugarcane that no other Caribbean location replicates.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat cocktails showcase J.M Blanc best?\u003c\/strong\u003e Ti' Punch — the definitive Martinique cocktail where the blanc's explosiveness is the entire point. Also exceptional in a Daiquiri where the tropical fruit and funky earthiness create a far more complex base than any neutral-style white rum. J.M Blanc is the blanc agricole that makes other white rums seem anonymous.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIs J.M Blanc 100 Proof better than other Martinique blancs?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's different — more explosive, more volcanic, and more funky than the refined Clement Blanc or the elegant Neisson. For those who want maximum terroir expression and are comfortable with 50% ABV, J.M Blanc is the most dramatic and character-forward AOC Martinique blanc available.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does Rhum J.M Blanc taste like?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Extravagant mango, overripe banana, and papaya with wild funky earthiness on the nose. Intensely rich fresh sugarcane and tropical fruit. 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