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San Juan Puerto Rico    ⎮   San Juan Puerto Rico Things to Do    ⎮ Distilleries in San Juan   ⎮  Casa Bacardi Rum Distillery

Established in 1862, Casa Bacardi, also known as the Cathedral of Rum, is the largest rum distillery in the world.  Visiting Casa Bacardi is one of the best places to visit in Puerto Rico , offering visitors a variety of experiences sure to change the way you taste rum.  The distillery is located on the historic San Juan Bay right across from Old San Juan, located in the municipality of Cataño, about a 30-minute drive from the capital city of San Juan.   The gift shop is one of the highlights of the experience, you can purchase rums exclusively sold there.   

Tours to Casa Bacardi Distillery

Rum tasting tour.

Learn how to taste rum the right way and become a rum maestro! In this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to taste BACARDÍ’s premium rums, accompanied by a chocolate pairing.  You will also learn about the history of the world’s most-awarded rum .

Duration of Tour: 75 minutes.

The cost for the class is $75.00 plus tax and includes:

• One welcome cocktail at the Pavilion
• A trolley ride around the site
• Learn about the history of our rum while visiting the Bacardi Family Museum
• Sample four premium rums paired with locally made artisanal chocolate.
• Gift Shop access

Tasting times are 10:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m.

Mixology Class at Casa Bacardi

In this fun and interactive class, you will learn how to create the perfect Mojito and Shaken Piña Colada while learning about the history of these cocktails and some cool bar tricks and skills!

Duration of Tour:   75 minutes.

• One welcome cocktail at the Pavilion  
• A trolley ride around the site 
• Learn about the history of our rum while visiting the Bacardi  Family Museum
• Learn how to make your Mojito & hand-shaken Piña Colada BACARDÍ style!

Class times:  10:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m.

Legacy Tour  at Casa Bacardi

Travel through time at the Casa BACARDÍ Legacy Tour! Discover the Bacardi family heritage and become part of our legacy by getting to know the World’s Most-Aawarded Premium Rum .  Enjoy craft cocktails at our iconic Pavilion and live the unforgettable experience of tasting the exclusive Casa BACARDÍ Special Reserve, not found anywhere else in the World.

Duration of Tour: 45 minutes.

The cost for the class is $30.00 plus tax and includes:

• Movie at the Bacardi Visitor Center
• Taste of the Casa BACARDÍ Special Reserve at the Havana bar

Tour times  are 11:15 a.m. | 12:15 p.m. | 1:15 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. | 3:15 p.m. | 4:15 p.m.

Getting to Bacardi Distillery

Driving there: If you have a rental car and prefer to drive, take PR-22 west out of San Juan for about 3 miles to the Cantaño exit, Road 165.  Drive approximately 2 more miles (you’ll see the plant in the distance off to the right) and turn right at the Intersection with Road 888, at the Bay View Industrial Park in Cantaño.  Turn left at the Bacardi entrance and continue for approximately 1/2 mile to the visitor parking lot.

Taxis to Casa Bacardi Rum Distillery:   There are plenty of taxis in the tourist areas of San Juan, it is about a 25-minute ride.  Always ask the price and agree upon it before getting into the taxi. 

Ferry from Old San Juan –  You may take the ferry from Old San Juan to Cataño, it is a small ferry boat mostly used by business commuters and is low cost.  After arriving in Cataño, there should be taxi drivers at the ferry terminal that will take you to Casa Bacardi.  Be advised that at times the ferry may be late or unreliable depending on weather, boat mechanical conditions, and availability.  We recommend you buy the tickets in advance and arrive at least an hour in advance, so you can double-check if the ferry is running on time, if you encounter any issues, you will still have the option to take a taxi to Casa Bacardi.  We recommend you take a taxi to avoid any inconvenience.   More information on the Cataño / Old San Juan ferry

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Learn why Puerto Rico is called the Rum Capital of the World!

A sightseeing combo, the Casa Bacardí Factory and Old San Juan tour is an incredible journey into Puerto Rican architecture and the history of the rum industry. Travel back in time to discover one of the world’s best-preserved Spanish colonial cities which has remained intact for the past 500 years, seeped with fascinating history, culture and Spanish heritage.

Enjoy an old San Juan walking tour through Fort San Cristobal and the grounds of Fort San Felipe Del Morro (the oldest structure within the US National Parks). Learn the history of the largest fortification built by the Spanish in the New World and how these forts defended the entrance of the San Juan Bay from land attacks by the Dutch, English, pirates and new colonial states.

In Old San Juan you will visit the capitol building, the San Juan Cathedral, plazas, churches, cemetery, hotels, restaurants, museums and shopping areas. The visit to the Bacardi Factory (known as the rum cathedral) defines why Puerto Rico is called the Rum Capital of the World.

​Enjoy a guided tour of the grounds and the Bacardi plant which is considered the world’s largest rum distillery, processing over 10,000 gallons daily. Learn all about the interesting rum-making process.

CASA BACARDÍ TOUR OPTIONS

FOUNDER’S EXPERIENCE  TOUR INCLUDES

Discover the legendary mindset of Don Facundo's founders in an in-depth, intimate, behind-the-scenes journey into the unique tropical aging processes of the world's most famous rum. This exclusive multi-sensory experience is a private engagement led by brand enthusiasts; Join us and discover the spirit of the island.

Tour includes: • Welcome cocktail at the Pavilion • VIP Ride • Tropical Aging Warehouse Visit • Curated Rum Tasting with Local Pairings • Gift Shop visit

Adults 18 years of age and older are the only ones who can take this English-language tour. Minors are not permitted on the premises due to social responsibility and company standards. Please get in touch with us at [email protected] for more information.

$200.00 plus tax per person, each hour; duration: 120 minutes We firmly advise guests to reserve just one excursion each day.

MIXOLOGY CLASS TOUR INCLUDES

 $75 + TAX.

In this entertaining and interactive class, you will learn how to make the perfect Mojito and Shaken Pia Colada, as well as the history of these cocktails and some cool bar tricks and skills!

Tour includes:

• Welcome cocktail at the Pavilion • Trolley ride • Learn about the history of our rum while visiting the Bacardi Family Museum • Mixology class ingredients • Gift Shop visit

This tour is only available in English to adults over the age of 18. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information. $75.00 + tax 75-minute runtime

RUM TASTING TOUR INCLUDES

Learn how to properly taste rum and become a rum maestro! During this guided tour, you will be able to sample BACARD's premium rums along with a chocolate pairing. You will also learn about the history of the World's Most Awarded Rum.

• Welcome cocktail at the Pavilion • Trolley ride • Learn about the history of our rum while visiting the Bacardi Family Museum • Rum Tasting • Gift Shop visit • Chocolate Pairing

LEGACY TOUR INCLUDES

The Casa BACARDÍ Legacy Tour transports you through time! Discover the Bacardi family legacy and become a part of it by learning about the World's most awarded premium rum. Enjoy craft cocktails at our iconic Pavilion and have an unforgettable experience tasting the exclusive Casa BACARD Special Reserve, which is not available anywhere else in the world.

• One welcome cocktail at the Pavilion • Trolley ride • Movie at the Bacardi Visitor Center • Taste of the Casa BACARDÍ Special Reserve at the Havana bar • Gift Shop visit

This tour is only available in English to adults over the age of 18. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information. PRICE: $30.00 (plus tax) | 45 minutes in length

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TAXI OR TOUR (RIDESHARE) SERVICES

Taxis are available in tourist areas and hotels. Uber is available in Puerto Rico.

BY CAR (EASTERN SIDE OF PUERTO RICO)

If you driving from San Juan, Condado, Isla Verde or the eastern side of the island.

Take Highway 22 West towards Bayamon.

Take exit 7A, Route 165 towards Cataño .

At the bottom of the ramp, turn straight through the light to route 165.

Take the third exit on the right.

At the end of the exit ramp, turn right.

The main gate of Casa BACARDÍ is on the left.

BY CAR (WESTERN SIDE OF PUERTO RICO)

If you driving from Dorado or the western side of the island.

Take the exits to Highway 22 East to Bayamon and San Juan.

Continue to the right at the bottom of the ramp and straight through the light to route 165.

Turn right at the third exit.

The main gate of Casa BACARDÍ is on the left

OLD SAN JUAN FERRY

The ferry is available from Old San Juan Pier 2.

It leaves every 30 minutes and is ($.50) fifty cents each direction.

When you arrive at Cataño pier, you will find taxis at the bus station itself.

Casa BACARDÍ is a short two-mile taxi ride away..

The Bacardi Distillery Tour in Puerto Rico

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You don't need to be a fan of rum to enjoy touring Casa Bacardi in Puerto Rico , the largest rum distillery in the world . With three tour options, you can learn all about the history of the Bacardi family, learn how to taste rum, and even take a cocktail-making class.

Bacardi History

Bacardi has been conducting tours since 1962, an almost 50-year tradition of showing visitors their factory. Bacardi's founder was Don Facundo Bacardí Massó, a Spaniard who emigrated to Cuba in 1830. He and brother José learned to filter rum through charcoal to remove impurities and age it in oak barrels to give it its smoothness.

Facundo's son, Emilio, was a politician, author, and eventually the mayor of Santiago de Cuba, but it was his brother-in-law, Enrique Schueg, who was the architect of Bacardi's international growth. Schueg began rum production in Puerto Rico in the 1930s.

Today, Bacardi continues to be a family business, now in its fifth generation. They continue to be, as Enrique labeled the spirit, "The Kings of Rum."

The Showroom and Secrets

Perhaps the most entertaining part of the tour is the interactive exhibit room where you'll find a recreation of Bacardi's first distillery, heirlooms, and photos from the past, and rum displays that let you sniff your way through different varieties and blends of the spirit.

You'll also learn some of the steps that go into making rum: the two types of fermentation, the best types of rum for sipping vs. mixing, and even what Bacardi does with the byproducts of rum production.

How to Book a Tour

There are many tour companies that sell tours to Casa Bacardi and for cruisers in San Juan for the day, this is one of the most popular excursions. Note that if there is a cruise ship in town the day you intend to visit the distillery, you might be run into some crowds. Many tour companies will also combine the distillery visit with a day tour of the city, so that could be a good option if you're short on time.

It's also possible to book directly on the Bacardi website , where you'll have the choice of three different tour types.

• The Historical Tour is a 45 minute tour of the visitor center and includes a welcome cocktail at the Bat Bar. This is the most basic tour and best for those who are just looking for quick look-see at Casa Bacardi.
• The Rum Tasting Tour lasts 75 minutes and includes a welcome cocktail and a guided tasting of six different kinds of rum.
• The Mixology Class includes a welcome cocktail, plus the three cocktails you will learn how to make yourself in the class. The class lasts approximately 75 minutes.

Bottle Your Own Bacardi

Casa Bacardi also offers the opportunity to purchase and bottle your own bottle of rum with a personal engraving. The experience includes a bottle of Bacardi's Special Reserve Rum, which can only be purchased at the Puerto Rico distillery, a nice box to store your bottle, and a photo of you and your bottle in front of the barrel you poured it from. The most fun part is sealing the bottle with Bacardi's signature red wax.

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Casa Bacardi is the largest rum distillery in the world, producing the most popular and heavily awarded brand of premium rum. It’s a popular day trip for the more than 1 million cruise ship visitors that land in San Juan’s port every year, though it’s easier and cheaper to visit on your own. 

Rum has become synonymous with the Puerto Rico thanks to its famous drink, the pina colada. In fact, there are a handful of rums that make up “ Rums of Puerto Rico ,” an organization meant to highlight the centuries-old distilling process and showcase local rums of the island, including Bacardi. 

The other distillery you can visit is Hacienda Santa Anna, associated with the rum Ron del Barrilito . Bacardi is better known, however, and the tour has a lot to offer guests, from historical facts to a special reserve rum only available for sale at the factory.

Whether you’re a tourist or a local, I highly recommend a visit. Here’s everything you need to know to plan your trip to Casa Bacardi.  

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About the Casa Bacardi and the Bacardi Factory

Bacardi was originally founded by Facundo Bacardi Masso in the late 1800s. The brand originated in Cuba but established distilleries in Puerto Rico and Mexico in the 1930’s.

Today, the factory in Cataño, Puerto Rico is the largest premium rum distillery in the world and is located about 20 minutes from Old San Juan. It’s easily accessible by Uber, taxi or rental car. Public transport isn’t great in Puerto Rico so I wouldn’t advise it. 

The factory was christened by the governor of Puerto Rico as the “Cathedral of Rum” in 1958. It’s also the only place in the world where you can buy their special reserve rum, sold for $85 a bottle. As a cool bonus, you can fill and seal the bottle yourself. This makes a great souvenir for any spirit lovers in your life. 

Bacardí ages its rum for a minimum 1 year, and for up to 16 years. It’s the wood of the barrels that gives the rum its aroma, color and flavor. After 16 years the barrels are retired and used for fertilizer or compost.

Rum is a distilled spirit, with charcoal filtering the alcohol. The different types of labels are made by blending different ages. For instance, the distillery adds water to the blending and brings it down to 80 proof, which is 40% alcohol per volume. 

Fun fact: Bacardi also makes beer, but it’s currently only available in the Florida markets.

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History behind the Bacardi logo

The fruit bat that has become synonymous with Bacardi has a story behind it. Facundo’s wife, Amalia, saw fruit bats in the family’s warehouse when they were first starting the business.

Traditionally, bats were considered a symbol of good luck (this was pre-Twilight series). Amalia knew this was a sign and that the bat was meant to be the symbol of Bacardi, and an essential element of the family legacy. 

The bats were intended to ward off misfortune. They also turned out to be practical, helping the process along by pollinating sugar cane and eating any bugs that threaten the crop.

Today, the Bacardi bat is one of the most recognizable product logos on the market. 

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Hours of operation at Casa Bacardi

The factory is open daily from 9am to 4:30pm, with tours starting and ending at 9:15am and 4:15pm and running about every half hour. The factory tour takes roughly an hour total, and you’ll have some time upon arrival to sit and enjoy your welcome drink before you’re called for your visit. It is open-air and has a comfy seating area. 

This is a nice place to hang out on a sunny day, with several staged photo opps available for guests, and there’s no limit to how long you can stay after your tour is over. There’s also an affiliated vendor selling coco locos , rum drinks served in a carved coconut to help put you in a tropical state of mind. 

It’s recommended that you book tickets ahead of time to make sure you get the time slot you’re looking for, but it’s not necessary. They take walk-ins as they come, you’ll just have to wait for the next available tour. They also accept credit cards here. 

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Price of admission 

There are 3 different experiences available. The most basic is the historical tour of the factory which lasts about an hour, costs $15 and includes a free welcome drink. Options include popular drinks like a mojito, Cuba libre, daiquiri, tropical sunrise and more. This is the best deal in the Caribbean!

There’s a slight upcharge for high-end drinks, and you can pay for additional beverages beyond your first free one if you’d like. Note that payment is not accepted at the bar — you buy a drink token at the cashier and exchange it at the bar for your beverage. 

Sometimes people get upset because the cruise ships overcharge them for this experience, asking for $50 or more. If you can get to the Bacardi Factory on your own, there’s no need to do this as a group excursion since they take care of everything when you arrive. 

The other two options are to take a rum tasting tour for $50 or a mixology class where you make your own cocktails for $60. Both of these experiences are 75 minutes long. 

Know before you go 

There is free parking on site. It’s recommended that you arrive a half hour early to allow yourself time to take pictures and enjoy the complex before your activity of choice. There’s also a gift shop at the end with different bottles and souvenirs if you’re looking to purchase something.

This makes a great rainy day activity since the majority of activities are indoors. The welcome area is under shelter so even if you can’t enjoy the sunshine and ambiance you can still get your money’s worth at the bar.

The basic tour also includes a shot of the special reserve rum so you can taste it and see if you’d be interested in purchasing. 

If you don’t drink but enjoy learning about history, culture and business, this is still worth a visit. I saw many families here so this is far from an adults only type of place.

There is no age requirement to visit, although there is a 5-10 minute introductory video at the beginning that I wouldn’t recommend for toddlers or infants. 

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Overall, Casa Bacardi is one “tourist activity” that does not disappoint.

Till next time, safe travels! 

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Tuesday 30th of November 2021

We are going in February on a cruise and can't wait, this is one of our must stop and see of our trip. Thank you for sharing information, is very helpful. There isn't a trip through our cruise so we were just going to grab a cab and spend the day there :)

Jen on a Jet Plane

Saturday 11th of December 2021

Great idea! Hope you have a wonderful cruise. Uber may be cheaper than the cab.

Laura Biats

Sunday 9th of May 2021

Best time! We have been there a couple of times. The mixology class was so much fun! We had a complimentary cocktail in the beginning but I do not remember what it was, I believe is was with dragon fruit juice? I could be wrong but would like to know what that was

Saturday 15th of May 2021

Probably, dragon fruit is very popular here!

Friday 12th of March 2021

Do they have rum that only can buy there?

Sunday 14th of March 2021

Yes, Casa Bacardi's Special Reserve rum is not available anywhere else in the world.

Anna Watrous

Monday 25th of January 2021

Another way of getting to the factory is by ferry boat to Catano; from the terminal near the cruise ship and hotel areas. It's not very expensive and and fun way to go across San Juan Bay. Taxis and public cars take you to and from Bacardi for a low price. La Princesa promenade is close by for a stroll when you get back from the tour and ferry ride.

Thursday 30th of January 2020

I found the tour of Bacardi a bit lame. Can't believe it's really a tourist attraction. It seemed more like a commercial for Bacardi. Our tour guide was darling but overall, not worth it.Ni

Friday 31st of January 2020

Sorry to hear that Nikki! I'm a sucker for history and museums so I enjoyed it. Maybe a cocktail making class could have made your experience a little more interactive?

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Legacy Tour at Casa BarcadÍ in Puerto Rico

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Enjoy a cocktail at the Bat Bar at the Pavilion with a scenic view, then join your guided tour to discover how we make BACARDÍ rum and our family-owned company's history of craft and innovation.

Activity location

• Carretera 165, Bay View Industrial Park
• 00949, Catano, Caribbean

Meeting/Redemption Point

• 200 Puerto Rico 165
• 00962, Cataño, Cataño, Puerto Rico
• Tue, Apr 30 $45
• Wed, May 1 $45
• Thu, May 2 $45
• Fri, May 3 $45
• Sat, May 4 $45
• Sun, May 5 $45
• Mon, May 6 $45
• Tue, May 7 $45
• Wed, May 8 $45
• Thu, May 9 $45
• Fri, May 10 $45
• Sat, May 11 $45
• Sun, May 12 $45
• Mon, May 13 $45
• Tue, May 14 $45

Legacy Tour

• Activity duration is 45 minutes 45m 45m

What's included, what's not

• What's included What's included One welcome cocktail
• What's included What's included Trolley Ride
• What's included What's included Movie at the BACARDÍ Visitor Center.
• What's included What's included Complimentary WiFi on property.
• What's included What's included Taste of the Casa BACARDÍ Special Reserve at the Havana bar
• What's excluded What's excluded Private transportation

Know before you book

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Minors under 18 are not allowed in the experiences, bookings with minors will not be granted a refund if requested the day of the experience.
• Casa BACARDÍ welcomes all visitors 18 years or older. A valid ID is required at check-in.
• Guests using Uber: PR-888 Ron Bacardi Distillery
• Spanish Legacy Tour offered on Friday / Saturday / Sunday at 12:30pm, tickets acquired on our official website

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Founded by Don Facundo Bacardí Massó, who originated Barcadi Rum in 1862, Casa Bacardi in Catano , Puerto Rico is the worlds biggest rum distillery. The Bacardi family has made sure that you get this exact sense as soon as you walk into their gates. Not only is the free tour of the distillery entertaining and inebriating (you get two free Bacardi Rum cocktails at the end) but it’s also educational. You get to learn the history of the Bacardi family, no doubt one of the greatest names ever to walk the Caribbean, and journey through the process of creating one of the best Rums your tongue has ever tasted.

The Bacardi family has been conducting these tours ever since 1962 and the first thing you see when you enter the complex is the big bat sign that symbolizes the Bacardi brand. The story of the Bacardi Rum bat logo goes all the way back to 1862. The original distillery wasn’t as fancy then. It was a simple structure that was made out of rafters that happened to be home to fruit bats. And hence, the bat logo.

As you take the one hour tour through the ‘Kings of Rum’ castle, you will be taken through the interactive exhibit room where you will run through the history of Bacardi and their magic making process. There is a recreation of the first distillery, photos of Bacardi Rum’s history and you get to check out a display of the different blends and varieties of this great Caribbean spirit.

You also get to learn how to ferment rum! Well, not detailed enough so you can replicate your own at home but the basic steps that go into making it. You learn that there are two fermentation processes, Bacardi rum’s that are meant for sipping and specific ones that are great for mixing into cocktails. They also let you in on what they do with the by-products.

During the tour, you get a veteran bartender to teach you how to make three of the original Bacardi Rum cocktails that are rather popular even now: The Cuba Libre, which is basically Rum and coke with a slice of lime. The Daiquiri which is sugar, ice, lime juice and light rum and the original Mojito which is made with spearmint leaves.

And as promised, the tour ends with the guests going back to the Pavilion to order two of their favorite Bacardi drinks. Either that or you can try out something new. Once you are hammered well and good, you can visit the gift shop, where you get to buy any of their fine products at a reduced and friendly rate. You also get to see some of their greatest productions on display. The one that stands out the most is the exclusive 12 year aged rum called ‘Reserva Limitada’.

Sounds like a dream doesn’t it? The best part is that it’s not that difficult to get there. You can either take one of the numerous tours that run through to Casa Bacardi or just hope on the ferry from San Juan to Cataño and from there take a taxi to the Bacardi Plant.

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November 12, 2020.

Cataño, Puerto Rico, November 12, 2020 – The state-of-the-art Casa BACARDÍ Visitor Center, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Puerto Rico, reopens its doors this weekend to share stories and cocktails with guests, all under new safety protocols in line with guidance from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local government agencies. Tours of Casa BACARDÍ include mixology, stories about the rich history of the Bacardí family and brand, and an insider’s view of the unique production process.

New health and safety measures include temperature checks and the required use of masks. Social distancing is enabled by large outdoor spaces, and group sizes have reduced capacity. Acrylic screens have been installed at all registration points and at the bar, as have sanitation stations in all visitor areas. A new air sanitizer has been installed in the mixology room, which is sanitized immediately following each tour. All Bacardi team members at the campus, including the distillery, have been adhering to these protocols since the start of the pandemic.

We are excited to welcome guests back to Casa BACARDÍ and have made safety our number one priority. People are seeking entertainment and shared experiences, and our new safety measures and reduced capacity offer an escape that is both safe and fun. We are looking forward to doing what we do best – share our love for BACARDÍ rum while bringing people together.”

Wesley Cullen , General Manager of Casa BACARDÍ

The Casa BACARDÍ experience includes a welcome cocktail, a trolley ride, a visit to the BACARDÍ Family Museum, and a mixology class where experts will teach guests how to mix up two iconic cocktails: the BACARDÍ Mojito and the Hand-Shaken BACARDÍ Piña Colada.

Casa BACARDÍ reopens on Friday, November 13, and will offer tours on Fridays and Saturdays by reservation only and to groups at a maximum of 15 people. Tours are available twice a day, starting at 2:00 p.m. and at 4:30 p.m. and last approximately 75 minutes. Bookings must be made in advance and online at:  www.casabacardi.com . Guests must be at least 18 years of age.

For those looking to treat themselves or do some early holiday shopping, the BACARDÍ store is open to tour guests and features branded items from t-shirts to barware to personalized bottles. Acrylic screens and electronic payments limit contact for a safe shopping experience.

For those who can’t make it in person to Casa BACARDÍ, there are still ways to join in on the fun. Virtual mixology classes are now available for groups, and an online shop gives you access to branded items with the click of a button at  shop.casabacardi.com .

About Bacardi in Puerto Rico The Bacardi Corporation was founded in San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1936, and is part of the family owned Bacardi Limited, the largest privately held spirits company in the world. The current facility was built in 1958 on 127 acres in the town of Cataño. The rum production facility is the largest premium rum distillery in the world, and one of the more than 20 Bacardi manufacturing facilities globally.

Since 1961, Bacardí has ​​operated the modern Casa BACARDÍ Visitor Center, the second most visited location on the San Juan metro, attracting visitors from across the globe to learn about the rich history of the Bacardi family and brand, as well as its unique production. Visit www.casabacardi.com or follow us on Instagram or Facebook .

Founded more than 158 years ago in Santiago de Cuba, family-owned Bacardi Limited currently employs more than 7,000, operates production facilities in 11 countries, and sells its brands in more than 170 countries. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. Visit bacardilimited.com .

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