CleanCo Clean R

CleanCo Clean R

Navigate the rum alternative waters with CleanCo Clean R, where Caribbean inspiration meets alcohol-free innovation. This non-alcoholic dark spirit captures rum's characteristic sweetness and spice without the alcohol, using natural ingredients to recreate molasses richness and oak aging notes. For those avoiding alcohol but craving rum's warmth in cocktails, Clean R offers sophisticated alternative that works in everything from mojitos to alcohol-free rum and cokes.

Creating convincing rum alternative requires addressing multiple flavor components—molasses sweetness, vanilla from aging, tropical fruit notes, and warming spice. CleanCo uses natural cane extracts, vanilla, and proprietary spice blends to build rum-like complexity. Caramel coloring provides appropriate appearance while natural thickeners recreate rum's viscosity. The absence of actual fermentation and distillation means flavors must be carefully constructed rather than naturally developed. Capsicum provides warming sensation replacing alcohol heat, calibrated to feel authentic without overwhelming.

Clean R delivers surprising rum authenticity within non-alcoholic constraints. Dark amber color mimics aged rum while the nose presents familiar notes—molasses, vanilla, baking spices, and hints of tropical fruit. These aromas feel softer without alcohol but remain recognizable. On the palate, initial sweetness recreates rum's characteristic molasses richness. Vanilla dominates mid-palate with supporting spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, clove—adding depth. The capsicum heat builds gradually, providing warming sensation throughout. Tropical fruit hints appear as supporting notes while oak extracts add subtle tannic structure. The finish combines lingering spice with vanilla sweetness. In Cuba Libres, Clean R provides authentic flavor backdrop for cola and lime. Dark 'n' Stormys work well with ginger beer's spice complementing the capsicum heat. Even neat over ice, it provides satisfying alternative for rum sippers avoiding alcohol. It's proof that rum's appeal extends beyond intoxication to flavor itself.