Sugarcane Distillery Rum Tasting in Puerto Rico
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; mostly standing and light walking
Overview
Discover Puerto Rico’s unique heirloom sugarcane rum at the island’s only dedicated estate distillery. Enjoy crafted cocktails and artisanal tastings steeped in rich heritage.
Sugarcane Estate Distillery Experience
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About This Adventure
Experience the only Sugarcane Estate Distillery in Puerto Rico, where you’ll savor award-winning rums crafted from heirloom sugarcane. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail, explore the distillation process in French Cognac Pot Stills, and indulge in an artisanal rum tasting, all while immersing yourself in rich Puerto Rican heritage.
The first and only Sugarcane Estate Distillery in Puerto Rico, established in 2011. Unique in its kind, we grow, harvest, ferment, and distill Sugarcane juice from Puerto Rican Heirloom varietals in our French Cognac Potstills. Award-winning rums, inspired by Puerto Rican tradition, a Ron Caña of exceptional quality infused with Locally Farmed Tropical Fruits.
Enjoy a tropical welcome drink prepared with our awarded TRESCLAVOS rum! While enjoying your cocktail, our guide will take you through a brief history of our Puerto Rican heritage in our Casa Pepón Visitors Center. Afterwards, visit our Aging Bodega, Sugarcane Estate and Sugarcane Mill. Then we journey into our distillery, production area and learn about our unique rum distillation in our French Cognac Pot Stills. Lastly, we head back to Casa Pepón for more fun with our artisanal Rum Tasting session!
PRICE INCLUDES: • House Cocktail • 90 Minute Visit to Distillery, Aging Bodega • Sugarcane Estate & Sugarcane Mill • Tasting of our TRESCLAVOS and RON PEPÓN rums (9)
REQUIREMENTS: • All family members are welcome • ID required (18 years is the legal drinking age in Puerto Rico). • Minors under 18 years old are allowed on the tours. • No minors under 18 are allowed to taste any alcoholic beverages. • Pregnant women cannot participate • Closed toe shoes
Adventure Tips
Stay hydrated between tastings
Sip water alongside your rum tastings to maintain balance and enhance flavor appreciation.
Book tours in advance
Limited daily spots require booking ahead to secure your spot for the distillery experience.
Arrive with a light appetite
Sample an on-site snack or light meal to complement the tasting and avoid overindulgence.
Wear comfortable shoes
The estate includes walking paths through the sugarcane fields and distillery areas; sturdy shoes are recommended.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Tropical hummingbirds frequenting flowering plants
- Coquí frogs heard at dusk within the estate grounds
History
Puerto Rico’s sugarcane industry dates back to the 16th century, with this distillery preserving heirloom varieties vital to the island’s rum heritage.
Conservation
The estate practices sustainable farming to protect soil health and maintain the biodiversity of native plant species.
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Recommended Gear
Sunhat
Protects from strong Caribbean sun during outdoor portions of the visit.
summer specific
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn while walking the estate grounds.
summer specific
Comfortable walking shoes
Helpful for navigating varied terrain comfortably throughout the distillery tour.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tasting and walking portions of the experience.