In 2006, the rich tradition of Madeiran rum production was reborn with the establishment of Engenho Novo da Madeira (ENM). Founded by an heir of the illustrious Hinton family, ENM breathed new life into the island’s centuries-old rum-making heritage and revived the historic legacy of the renowned “Fábrica do Torreão”.
A Distillery
Steeped in History
At the heart of ENM’s operations lies a centennial column still, a testament to the distillery’s historical roots. This copper marvel, originally part of the renowned Fábrica do Torreão, was meticulously restored in 2007, bridging the past and present of Madeira rum production.
Crafting
Liquid Gold
ENM’s dedication to quality is evident in every step of their production process:
Fermentation: Controlled with selected yeasts at 28-35°C for 24 hours.
Distillation: The century-old still produces 75 liters of 100% vol. alcohol per hour.
Sugar Cane: Utilizes POJ-2725 and NCO-310 varieties for optimal yield and disease resistance.
Innovative
Production
ENM’s production focuses on two key areas:
Rum Agricola and sugar cane honey for local gastronomy
Value-added products like liqueurs and aged rums
The company utilizes a centennial column still, restored in 1969 and again in 2007, to extract its agricole rum. This unique production method, combined with Madeira’s geographical location, climate, and landscape, results in a truly distinctive product.
Technical
Expertise
Distillation
Centennial continuous copper column still with 8 rectification plates
Production capacity: 1400 liters/hour of wine, yielding 75 liters of 100% vol. alcohol
Fermentation
Controlled process using selected yeasts
Temperature maintained between 28°C and 35°C
24-hour fermentation time
10,000-liter fermentation vessel capacity
Sugar Cane Varieties
ENM primarily uses POJ-2725 and NCO-310 varieties, chosen for their:
Resistance to “rajado” and “mosaic da folha” viruses
Higher density and sucrose content
Increased productivity, benefiting local farmers
The company’s commitment to quality and innovation has earned it recognition, including the “Portuguese Product of the Year” award at the prestigious Lisbon Bar Show in 2018