The 5th Leaf – Cuban Soul | Edición I
A single-cask jewel of Cuban heritage, aged for over three decades beneath the Caribbean sun - created by Distilia in collaboration with Rare Cigars House by Piotr Rożek.
Distilled in December 1992, this extraordinary Cuban rum matured gracefully in a Sherry cask (Cask #622) for more than thirty years, reaching its peak of refinement before being bottled at a formidable 60,9% ABV. Drawn uncut and unfiltered, with an outturn of only 263 bottles, it embodies a rarity few rums can ever claim.
The inaugural release in the 5th Leaf Series, Cuban Soul draws inspiration from Medio Tiempo - the elusive “fifth leaf” of tobacco, revered for its depth, richness, and rarity. Just as this rare leaf crowns only the most privileged tobacco plants, Cuban Soul stands as the pinnacle of rum: dark, layered, and profound. Its deep complexity, balanced with subtle sweetness, makes it the perfect companion for the finest Cuban cigars - an experience that unites craftsmanship, heritage, and indulgence.
Crafted for true connoisseurs, this rum is a dialogue between time, fire, and leaf - a liquid embodiment of the Cuban spirit.
Specifications
Bottler: Distilia (in collaboration with Rare Cigars House)
Region: Cuba
Distilled: 31.12.1992
Bottled: 2026
Age: 31 years
Cask Number: 622
Cask Type: Sherry Cask
Strength: 60,9% ABV
Size: 700ml
Style: Single Cask, Cask Strength
Limited Edition: 263 bottles
About the Series
The 5th Leaf is inspired by the rare Medio Tiempo tobacco leaf, which appears only when nature allows. Richer, darker, and rarer than all others, it symbolizes patience, craft, and privilege. In the same spirit, each bottling in the series is a unique rum of profound character - distilled from heritage, aged under tropical skies, and finished with ritualistic care. Cuban Soul marks the beginning of this journey: a rum as rare and unforgettable as the fifth leaf itself.
