Step off the ferry and into Casa BACARDÍ’s guided tasting: a 75‑minute tour that pairs rum history, production insight, and four premium tastings with a chocolate pairing. Practical and sensory, the experience fits easily into a day in San Juan.
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The ferry slips away from Old San Juan and the bay opens like a polished mirror, the breeze nudging the scent of salt toward the copper-and-cream façade of Casa BACARDÍ in Cataño. Inside, the tour begins with the hush of cooper kettles and the low timbre of guides who walk you through fermentation, distillation and the dark chemistry of oak barrels. The tasting room fills with warm molasses notes and the sharp citrus of freshly mixed cocktails; chocolates arrive to sharpen the contrast.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal — suitable for most fitness levels; involves short periods standing and walking on flat surfaces
Wildlife
History
Bacardí began in 19th‑century Cuba; the company’s Puerto Rico operations later became a key production and visitor site that interprets Caribbean rum traditions.
Conservation
Casa BACARDÍ encourages responsible consumption and limits experiences per person; visitors should respect site rules, dispose of waste appropriately, and support local recycling efforts.
Reserve your spot on the Rum Tasting Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring photo ID
Tastings are for guests 18+; carry government ID to enter and for tastings.
Take the ferry from Old San Juan
Ferry is quickest and scenic—arrive early to sync with scheduled tour times.
Hydrate between samples
Drink water between tastings and avoid heavy food before the tour to better judge flavors.
Book refundable tickets
Tours allow free cancellation up to 24 hours—reserve a slot with contingency for weather.
Government-issued photo ID
Required for age verification and entry to the tasting.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Useful if you take the ferry or visit outdoor viewpoints before/after the tour.
summer
Comfortable shoes
Closed-toe, comfortable shoes are best for walking between exhibits and sampling areas.
Small daypack or tote
Handy for personal items and any purchases from the Bacardí store.