The KoHana Koho Barrel-Aged Hawaiian Agricole Rum is a rich and artfully matured agricole-style rum that elegantly fuses Hawaiis native sugar cane terroir with oak barrel character. At 45% ABV, it presents a harmonious medley of caramel, warm vanilla, spice, and herbal complexitybalanced, layered, and captivating.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Crafted by Manulele Distillers in Oahu, Hawaii, Koho is distilled from native Hawaiian sugar canea nod to the regions heritage and the distillerys farm-to-bottle ethos.
This expression is a barrel-select agricole rum aged in American oaktypically made from the K Kea varietaland bottled at a robust 90 proof (45% ABV).
Aromatics (Nose)
The nose is oak-forward, with prominent notes of cedar, dusty oak, pine, and a coastal hint of brininess.
Fruit emerges in the form of citrus peel, berries, and a subtle buttery warmth that rounds it out.
Palate & Texture
On the palate, theres a compelling interplay: wood and fruit vie for dominance before yielding to a pleasant woody bitterness.
Expect prominent herbs and spicesanise, cinnamon, black pepper, with intriguing hints of sage.
Finish
A long, lingering finish delivers sustained wood tones with echoes of licorice, along with refined nuances of leather and tobacco.
Highlights at a Glance
Attribute
Detail
Style
Barrel-Aged Agricole Rum (from fresh cane juice)
Origin
Oahu, Hawaii cultivated from native cane varieties
ABV
45% (90 proof)
Aromatics
Cedar, oak, pine, citrus, berries, slight brine
Flavors
Wood versus fruit, anise, cinnamon, pepper, sage
Finish
Long, woody, with licorice, leather, and tobacco layers
Profile
Elegant, herbaceous, and nuanced a refined direction for agricole rum
Context & Significance
Manulele Distillers brings a unique philosophy to rum-making: cultivating native Hawaiian cane by hand across their own farm, giving Koho a true sense of place both agronomically and culturally.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
Best served neat in a Glencairn or rum glass to appreciate its rich, evolving aroma and depth.
Pairing-wise, Koho shines with smoked meats, dark chocolate, or savory dessertsits layered complexity holds up beautifully to robust flavors.
KoHana Koho Barrel-Aged Hawaiian Agricole Rum delivers the purity of cane juice and the subtleties of time and barrel aging. It offers a complex, earthy, and soulfully Hawaiian sipping experience.