Gastronomy

RUMS of Puerto Rico

Our energized spirit and vibrant culture is the upshot of more than 450 years of rum producing history. It all begun with Sugarcane industry in Puerto Rico (first introduced in the Island by Spaniards in early 1500’s). “La melaza”, the precious juice of sugarcane was distilled to create an exotic after meal drink: our famous RUM.

First rum manufacturing in the Island were:

1. Ron del Barrilito – Bayamón, established early 1800’s
2. Serrallés Family - Ponce, 1865
3. Bacardi Company established in 1936 in the northern of Cataňo.

Actually, Puerto Rico produces more than 27 different types of rum. Enjoy our RUM history.

Visit:

Hacienda Santa Ana
Currently, the Hacienda projects its style and beauty as it did in its glorious days. Eco Action Tours can take you to the town of Bayamón to learn more about Santa Ana’s history! For more information, please call: (787) 791-7509/ 640-7385 or email them at: (787) 791-7509 and (787) 640-7385.

Casa Bacardi (http://www.casabacardi.org/), located at Cataňo, only 15 minutes drive from San Juan. The Bacardi Rum Distillery is the largest in the world, and is one of the most popular visitors' destinations in Puerto Rico. Visitors are treated to a fascinating guided tour of the facilities at the "Cathedral of Rum." Everything from the vast fermentation vats to the high-speed bottling machinery is at work and on display. A trolley takes you to the Bacardi family museum, where a history of the product and landmarks in its development are seen. The tour ends at the lofty, bat-like pavilion, which you may have seen if you have gazed across San Juan Bay from the southern walls of the Old City. Here you can sample the world-famous rum and buy souvenirs or a variety of Bacardi products at the gift shop.

If you are lucky, your trip may coincide with the annual Bacardi Arts and Crafts Fair, a joyfully crowded, two-day event that features local artists and artisans and plenty of music. If not, vendors are often on the grounds and selections of artisans' products are always on sale in the gift shop.

You can also visit Porta Caribe, (one hour and a half south from San Juan), and at Serrallés Castle Museum discover the journey of Don Q and Palo Viejo, both quality rums, favored by locals all produced by the Serrallés family.

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