Savanna 2008/2024 Charity – A 91.5/100 Triumph on Le Blog à Roger

With the debut of The Virtues, Distilia proudly opens a new chapter in its artistic bottlings - an evolution from the acclaimed The Sins collection. Once again working with Rob Bauer, we weave together rare spirits, storytelling, and Dante-inspired symbolism into a unified vision rooted in excellence.

Our first release, Charity, immediately captured critical attention. On 9 December 2025, the influential rum reviewer Roger published an in-depth review on Le Blog à Roger, awarding Charity an impressive 91.5/100 and praising it as a remarkable example of tropical-aged high-proof agricole rum. For us, this recognition is not only an honour - it is a validation of our selection philosophy and our mission as an independent bottler.

A Nose Rich in Agricole Character and Tropical Opulence

Roger describes Charity’s aromatic profile as “relatively gourmand,” unfolding with depth and expressive clarity. Key notes include:

• liquorice, brown sugar and ripe exotic fruits

• mango, green banana and vibrant citrus

• polished wood, vanilla, chocolate and soft tobacco

• roasted nuts, raisins, candied pear and cherry

• a gentle floral lift from lychee syrup and a subtle estery touch

Despite its formidable strength, the alcohol remains astonishingly discreet - a testament to the harmony achieved inside this cask.

A Palate That Redefines What High-Proof Rum Can Be

What truly impressed the reviewer - and what sets Charity apart - is the extraordinary balance on the palate. Roger noted that the 68.3% ABV “passes like cream,” delivering a refined yet powerful tasting experience:

• zesty citrus and succulent tropical fruits

• peach syrup, lychee, and passion fruit acidity

• caramel sweetness intertwined with lacquered wood

• liquorice, milk chocolate, nuts and tobacco

• delicate accents of rose liqueur

• a long finish with a slight, elegant bitterness

It is a profile that dazzles with structure and sophistication. According to Roger, “It’s truly stunning.”

A Milestone for Distilia

For Distilia, Charity is more than the beginning of a new series - it is a statement of who we are as bottlers.

A rare Savanna cask, full tropical aging, natural strength, artistic storytelling, and now an excellent independent review on Le Blog à Roger amplify the value of this release and reinforce Distilia’s reputation for uncompromising quality.

The Virtues series begins not with a whisper, but with a resounding success.

Conclusion

Savanna 2008/2024 Charity embodies the spirit of generosity, both in flavour and in artistic vision. Its exceptional score of 91.5/100 highlights the precision and philosophy behind Distilia’s and Rob Bauer selections, and marks the launch of The Virtues as a moment of genuine achievement. A limited single-cask edition, rapidly sold out, now is recognised as one of the standout agricoles of its generation.

This is the standard we set for ourselves - and the promise we make to collectors worldwide.

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