Discover the rich flavors of La Réunion with a guided rum distillery tour at Rivière Du Mat. Taste unique spirits and learn about the island's history connected to sugarcane and rum making.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required.
Wildlife
History
Rivière Du Mat's roots trace back to the island's colonial sugar industry, with distillation techniques refined over centuries.
Conservation
The distillery sources local ingredients responsibly and follows eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact.
Distillerie Rivière Du Mat
Discover the rich flavors of La Réunion with a guided rum distillery tour at Rivière Du Mat. Taste unique spirits and learn about the island's history connected to sugarcane and rum making.
Distillerie Rivière Du Mat is a rum distillery located in Saint-Benoît, La Réunion. The distillery offers guided visits and tastings in its Rum Cellar, where visitors can sample and purchase a curated selection of local rums. During the Visite de la distillerie, guests explore a range of rum styles — white, amber, spiced, and aged — and learn about flavor profiles and production traditions from a knowledgeable team. The experience emphasizes tasting, selection, and the opportunity to buy bottles directly on site.
The facility presents a blend of sensory discovery and regional context, situating each rum within the island’s broader tasting landscape. Visitors can expect structured tastings that highlight differences between younger white rums and more complex aged varieties, as well as spiced and amber expressions. The visit is suitable for people seeking an introduction to Réunion rums and for buyers looking to take home distinctive bottles.
Practical information is communicated clearly during the visit, and the Rum Cellar operates as both an educational space and a retail point. Distillerie Rivière Du Mat focuses on authenticity and clarity in its presentations, providing guided commentary and tastings that reflect the distillery’s selection. Located in Saint-Benoît, the distillery offers an accessible stop for travelers exploring the region, combining flavor education with opportunities to purchase locally produced rum. Staff provide clear guidance on bottle selection and pricing during visits, and the Rum Cellar maintains a rotating inventory so guests can discover limited expressions and staple labels representative of La Réunion’s rum traditions and tasting notes.
Location
Saint-Benoît
Located in Saint-Benoît, La Réunion
Tours Offered
Visite de la distillerie
Guided rum cellar visit and tasting
Rums Available
White • Amber • Spiced • Aged
Taste and purchase local rum
On-site Retail
Purchases Available
Buy bottles directly in the Rum Cellar
Arrange the Visite de la distillerie to taste white, amber, spiced, and aged rums — check local visitor information for details and on-site purchasing options.
Book in advance
Reserve your spot ahead to ensure a personalized experience during peak season.
Sample responsibly
Taste small pours to fully appreciate the flavors without overindulging.
Ask about aging
Inquire about the aging process of each rum for a deeper understanding.
Take notes
Bring a notebook to remember your favorite flavors and blends.
Comfortable shoes
Walkthrough the distillery comfortably in sturdy shoes.
Notebook and pen
Great for jotting down tasting notes and impressions.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenic views and distillery details.
Bottle for purchase
Take home a bottle of your favorite rum as a souvenir.