About Guatamalan Spirits

About Guatamalan Spirits
Alcoholic spirits in this Central American country are focused on the production of rum and aguardiente. There are various quality and price levels, with the aged añejo rums being the finest, offering notes of roasted nuts, cola and tropical spice. These are fine for mixing, but should be appreciated as sipping rums.

Top Picks for Guatemala

Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva No. 23 Rum
94 points
$45
A superb rum for sipping or pairing with cigars—great for newbies and experts alike.
Ron Botran No.18 Reserva De La Familia Rum
94 points
$45
A soft, peppery Rum with nice coffee notes for toddies and bourbon cocktails.
Botran No. 18 Rum
93 points
$39
Delicious sweet and savory elements making this is an easy drinking dessert rum.
Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva XO Especial Rum
93 points
$119
The richness of tropical fruits and wood are a standout factor that would be perfect for a tropical cocktail over crushed ice.
Botran Infinito Rum
93 points
$179
The contrast this has between sweet and bitter notes will work as complement for cigars.
Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva Edición Negra Rum
93 points
$75.99
A silky, appetizing aged Rum with great versatility.
93 points $75.99
Botran Roaju Rum
92 points
$54
A dry and serious adult rum that will be nice as a sipper or to elevate rum cocktails.
Ron Zacapa Solera Gran Reserva Edicion Negra Rum
92 points
$70
Mature flavors of chocolate and leather that make you want to pair with smoked BBQ or use as a substitute for whisky in rich cocktails.
Botran Roaju Ron De Guatemala Aged Fresh Cane Juice Rum
92 points
$50
A very pretty Rum with a hint of earthy complexity and a lovely lingering caramel sweetness; smooth with just the faintest bit of funk.
Xibal Artisanal Gin
92 points
$48
A beautifully complex, floral, and satisfying Gin for Spring and Summer cocktail applications.