Food and drink Barbados

Mount Gay Signature Rum Tasting Experience

4.8 (775 reviews) one hour Free cancellation

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The Tasting experience — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Set against the brilliant blue of the Caribbean sea and sky, our Visitor Experience invites guests from around the world to discover the secrets behind Barbados' finest spirit. Greeted in our lush green garden, visitors will explore the history, heritage and craft of Mount Gay Rum while enjoying a rum tasting to complete the experience.

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Transportation Not included.

This experience does not include a tour of the distillery

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Mount Gay Visitor Centre

Ages: Children (0–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional & Knowledgeable Brand Hosts
Included: History of Mount gay rum and our craftsmanship
Included: Complimentary Rum Punch
Included: Guided tasting of 4 rums
Included: Time for Shopping
Included: A Short film

Not included

Not included: This is NOT the Distillery Tour
Not included: THERE IS NO TRANSPORTATION FOR THIS TOUR
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Additional Drinks ( Available for purchase )

Itinerary

Mount Gay Experience

one hour Admission included

Tour times - 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, last tour 2:30.

On the Signature Rum Tasting you will learn about the rich history of Mount Gay Rum after meeting your Brand Host, the tour will kick off with complimentary welcome Rum Punch. While you enjoy your cocktail your host will take you on a journey through the Legacy Museum which offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the illustrious history of Mount Gay Rum and the island of Barbados.

From there, you will view a short film which gives an explanation of the process of how Mount Gay rums are produced. Next, you will be taken to the Tasting Room where you will enjoy an experience of flavour of 3 Mount Gay rums. Your host will walk you through the tasting explaining the differences between each rum that you taste.

To complete the tasting, you will then be taken to the Signature Bar for a chance to indulge in some wonderfully crafted cocktails with the very knowledgeable mixologists. After the tasting, make sure to visit the gift shop to purchase some bottles or souvenirs for yourself. Some of the rums can only be purchased on the island! You can also enjoy finger foods or lunch for purchase at the Live Grill.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This experience does NOT offer Transportation, therefore you will have to make your own way.

If you are taking a taxi, please indicate to your driver that the tour is in located at the Visitor center in St Michael and not the distillery in St Lucy.

End point

This experience does NOT offer Transportation, therefore you will have to make your own way.

If you are taking a taxi, please indicate to your driver that the tour is in located at the Visitor center in St Michael and not the distillery in St Lucy.