Sugarcane Estate Distillery Tour & Tasting in Puerto Rico
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly walking and standing
Overview
Visit Puerto Rico’s sole sugarcane estate distillery for a hands-on rum tour and tasting. Discover rich traditions behind the award-winning TRESCLAVOS rum and enjoy expertly crafted local cocktails.
(Initial Payment) Sugarcane Estate Distillery Experience
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About This Adventure
Discover the only Sugarcane Estate Distillery in Puerto Rico, where you’ll enjoy a refreshing cocktail made with award-winning TRESCLAVOS rum. Explore the rich history of Puerto Rican rum-making, tour the distillery and aging bodega, and indulge in a unique artisanal rum tasting experience that celebrates local flavors and traditions.
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
Hydrate before tasting
Drink plenty of water to stay refreshed and enhance your tasting experience.
Wear comfortable shoes
The tour involves walking through uneven plantation grounds and the aging bodega.
Plan transportation ahead
Arrange a designated driver or transport after tasting to ensure safety.
Ask about rum blending
Engage with guides about blending techniques to deepen appreciation of flavors.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Puerto Rican parrot (endangered species)
- Mongoose occasionally seen around the sugarcane fields
History
Puerto Rico’s rum legacy dates back over 300 years, with sugarcane estates central to colonial agriculture and culture.
Conservation
The distillery practices eco-friendly farming, reducing chemical use and promoting soil health to protect local ecosystems.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
For navigating plantation paths and facility tours safely.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
The estate grounds are exposed, making sun protection necessary in warmer months.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the tour and tasting experience.
all specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic plantation views and distillery details during the visit.
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