Rhum Barbancourt has
a legacy of creating fine rums made in Haiti from crushed
sugar cane juice since 1862. To showcase their line of Rhum
Barbancourt, Crillon Importers, Ltd. held a private dinner
at the Haitian restaurant, Rebel Restaurant and Bar in New York
City for a spirited evening of excellent food to
complement the Rhum Barbancourt exceptional rums, and Luxury Experience was
there to learn more about the iconic rum brand.
On Tuesday, November 9, 2021, Jean-Baptiste
Robert, CEO of Crillon Importers, Ltd. in New Jersey held a special
spirited dinner for invited guests at the Haitian restaurant, Rebel Restaurant
and Bar (29 Clinton Street at the corner of Stanton Street) in New York City.
It was an evening of fine Haitian Rhum Barbancourt rums complemented by excellent
Haitian spicy cuisine.
Jean-Baptiste Robert told guests
that the iconic Rhum Barbancourt is the oldest producer of rums in Haiti where
they harvest the sugar cane by hand from the mountainous region from November
to August, about 9 months of harvest, where the sugar cane is grown organically
without pesticides or fertilizer, and the roots grow deep soaking up the rich nutrients
of the soil. Rhum Barbancourt uses the French tradition of making rum by the Rhum
Agricole method creating rum from pure sugar cane juice, not from molasses. They
harvest the cane from their 600-acre plantation and deliver it directly to the
distillery by mules and tractor where the cane is immediately crushed to elicit
the fresh sugar cane juice (the vesou), then fermented with Barbancourt
yeast. Once distilled, the rum is aged in oak barrels.

Kreyol Punch
The evening began with a very
tasty Welcome Cocktail, a Kreyol Punch, made with Rhum Barbancourt 3 Star (aged
4-years), Rhum Barbancourt Pango Rhum, cocktail juice, and passionfruit juice, and
garnished with a fresh orchid flower. The cocktail was a delicious introduction
to the Rhum Barbancourt's rich flavor profiles.
To fully appreciate all the
nuances of the Rhum Barbancourt brand, the spirited dinner paired various
Barbancourt rums with rich and spicy Haitian cuisine. Chef Marie Charles of
Rebel Restaurant described Haitian cuisine as using lots of homemade spices and
fresh herbs, as that is what Caribbean food is all about.

Signature Barbancourt Mussels
An assortment of delectable
appetizers followed the cocktail, Rebel's Signature Barbancourt Mussels,
Signature Barbancourt Shrimp, and Akra, which was fried taro root grated with
fine herbs and accompanied by pikliz (spicy Haitian pickled cabbage, carrots,
and peppers). Chef's Marie's Signature Barbancourt Mussels were amazing with
their rich, flavorful, and spicy broth to bring out the sweetness of the
mussels and complemented the slightly fruitiness of the Rhum Barbancourt 3 Star
(aged 4-years) used to steam the mussels. The Signature Barbancourt Shrimp were
also excellent and highlighted the versatility of Rhum Barbancourt not only as
exceptional rum for sipping and cocktails, but as an admirable culinary
companion as well.
It was the first time that we had
taro root, and Chef Marie's fried taro root fritters were fabulous with their
crispy exterior, creamy interior, and spicy complement of pikliz that paired
well with the Kreyol Punch.

Rebel Goat
For our entrees, we had the Rebel
Salmon and the Rebel Goat, both served with Djon Djon (black mushroom rice).
Chef Marie described their Djon Djon (aka black mushroom rice) as having a bit
of a truffle taste, yet djon djon is different from truffles. Djon djon is a
mushroom delicacy only grown in Northern Haiti. In Haiti, they only make djon
djon for the holidays, however it is on the restaurant's menu daily. The rice
was gorgeous with its deep black color and pungent mushroom flavor that paired
especially well with the buttery salmon in a garlic herb sauce, and the green
plantains, as well as with the goat.

Rebel Salmon
Throughout the evening, we tasted
Rhum Barbancourt White Rum, Rhum Barbancourt 3 Star (aged 4-years), Rhum
Barbancourt 5 Star (aged 8-years), and their very special Rhum Barbancourt 15
Years Old Estate Reserve that is pot stilled from 100% pure cane sugar juice
and aged 8-years in French Limousin oak casks in a method like those used for the
finest cognacs and then 7-years in American Oak Whiskey Barrels. Rhum
Barbancourt "Reserve du Domaine" is aged for fifteen years to create an
extraordinary, luxurious rum of unsurpassed quality. Important to note is that
they only release a limited number of this award-winning rum from the private
reserve of the Barbancourt Estate each year.

Kremas Ice Cream
Doing a vertical tasting side by
side, we were able to experience the full nuances of the Rhum Barbancourt brand,
learning by taste and smell what has made the brand special since its founding
in 1862. To leave with a sweet taste to mark the special evening of Rhum
Barbancourt, there was Kremas Ice Cream, made with coconut, evaporated milk,
sweetened condensed milk, rum, cinnamon, anise, and nutmeg.

Chef Marie Charles
Rhum Barbancourt Spirited Dinner
Menu
Rebel Restaurant and Bar, New York City
Chef Marie Charles
Welcome Cocktail
Kreyol Punch -Rhum Barbancourt 3
Star (aged 4-years),
Rhum Barbancourt Pango Rhum, Cocktail Juice,
and Passion
Fruit Juice
Appetizers
Signature Barbancourt Mussels
Kreyol spiced Barbancourt Rhum
infused mussels
Signature Barbancourt Shrimp
Kreyol spiced shrimp infused with
Barbancourt Rhum
Akra
Fried taro root grated with fine herbs and served with pikliz
Entrees (Choice of One)
Rebel Salmon
Signature salmon prepared in a pan
and seared with garlic herb sauce,
served with choice of traditional Djon Djon
(black mushroom rice),
or Caribbean rice and beans with Green Plantains
Rebel Goat
Tender goat fried golden, served
with your served with choice of
traditional Djon Djon (black mushroom rice), or
Caribbean rice and beans with Green Plantains
Rebel Pasta
Penne simmered with fresh tomatoes
and mixed vegetables
Dessert
Kremas Ice Cream
Coconut, evaporated milk, sweetened
condensed milk,
rum, cinnamon, anise, and nutmeg
Cocktail and Rhum
Barbancourt Tasting
Kreyol Punch - Dar Barbancourt
Rhum, Pango Rhum,
Cocktail Juice and Passion Fruit Juice
Rhum Sour - Barbancourt 3-star (aged
4-years),
freshly squeezed lime juice, and a dash of bitters
Rhum Barbancourt Estate Reserve 15
Years
- served neat or on the rocks
Until next time, cheers, and Bon
Appetit!
Background Information on
Rhum Barbancourt
Rhum Barbancourt's exceptional
line of rums include: Rhum Barbancourt 15 Years Old Estate Reserve (86
proof), Rhum Barbancourt Reserve Spéciale 5 Star, aged
8 years (86 proof), Rhum Barbancourt 3 Star, aged 4 years (86 proof), Rhum Barbancourt White Rhum (86 proof), and Rhum
Barbancourt Pango Rhum, aged and flavored (70 proof).
For additional information on Rhum
Barbancourt or purchasing information, please visit: www.CrillonImportersLtd.com.
Imported by Crillon Importers,
Ltd.
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16 rue bonne foi
Boite postale 33
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Rebel Restaurant and Bar
29 Clinton Street (corner of
Stanton Street)
New York, New York 10002
Telephone: +1-973-834-8126
Website: https://newyorkhaitianrestaurant.com/
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