Ron Zacapa XO is a premium Guatemalan rum, crafted from virgin sugarcane honey and aged between 10 and 25 years using the solera method . The aging process involves a combination of barrels that previously held American whiskey, sherry, Pedro Ximénez wines, and Cognac, imparting a complex and refined character to the rum . It boasts a rich and smooth profile with notes of dark cherry, chocolate, dried fruits, and sweet oak spices like clove, vanilla, and cinnamon . The finish is long and elegant, featuring lighter notes of dried mango, raspberry, and ginger .