{"product_id":"samai-kampot-pepper-premium-cambodian-rum-700ml","title":"Samai Kampot Pepper Premium Cambodian Rum 700ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePeppercorn fire meets tropical fruit—Cambodian rum with a spicy twist. \u003c\/em\u003eSamai Kampot Pepper Premium Cambodian Rum is a category-first release that marries aged rum with the bold, fragrant spice of red Kampot peppercorns. Crafted in Phnom Penh by Samai Distillery, this spirit is macerated with whole peppercorns after ageing for up to three years, then rested in stainless steel to allow its spice and sweetness to harmonise. The result? A rum that’s fresh, vibrant, and genuinely unlike anything else in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistilled from local sugarcane molasses using a hybrid pot and column system, this rum shows off Cambodian terroir in full voice. The red Kampot pepper—internationally prized for its floral aroma and balanced heat—adds aromatic lift and a subtle tingle that lingers long after the last sip. Expect sweet notes of guava and eucalyptus with a tingling, zesty finish. An excellent sipper for the adventurous, and a creative weapon behind the bar for riffs on Daiquiris, Dark \u0026amp; Stormies, or Negronis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSamai was born from a simple idea: that Cambodia’s abundant natural resources could yield a spirit unlike any other. In a country known for its rich, high-quality sugarcane, the potential for world-class rum had remained untapped. In 2014, a small team set out to change that, drawing on Latin rum-making traditions while rooting their craft firmly in Cambodian soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentral to the story is Ms Moang Darachampich, the first rum master distiller in the kingdom, who joined the founders on their journey to create Cambodia’s first premium rum distillery. Together, they brought vision, skill and a spirit of experimentation to build a new benchmark for Asian rum, crafted entirely from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of Samai lies a belief in craft, community and a new generation shaping the future of Cambodian spirits. The name itself comes from the Khmer word for “modern” — a fitting reflection of both the distillery’s pioneering ambition and the entrepreneurial energy of today’s Cambodia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamai’s mission is clear: to produce premium-quality Asian rum that stands proudly on the world stage. Each bottle is made from locally grown sugarcane, transformed through innovation, passion and meticulous care. More than just rum, Samai is a symbol of what can be achieved when tradition and modern vision meet — a spirit for Cambodians to celebrate and for the world to discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOSE\u003cbr\u003e– Exotic and peppery\u003cbr\u003eCrisp molasses and brown sugar backed by red Kampot pepper and tropical lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePALATE\u003cbr\u003e– Sweet heat balance\u003cbr\u003eGuava and eucalyptus glide across the palate, with a growing peppery zing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFINISH\u003cbr\u003e– Spiced and lingering\u003cbr\u003ePepper tang persists while molasses sweetness rounds out the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Dark Rum\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Cambodia\u003cbr\u003eBottle Size - 700ml\u003cbr\u003eABV - 41%\u003cbr\u003eClosure - Cork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samai Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41942450569303,"sku":"SAMKPEPPCR","price":119.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/a856b54e-bb86-4233-9b9a-62dbb64619b8.jpg?v=1756438904","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/samai-kampot-pepper-premium-cambodian-rum-700ml","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}