South America > Colombia

Colombia’s diverse landscape, from the Caribbean port city of Cartagena to the Andean highlands cradling Medellín and Bogotá, and long sugar cane spirit tradition. Introduced by Spanish colonists in 1538, sugarcane thrives amidst Colombia’s famed biodiversity and national parks. Aguardiente, a local sugarcane and anise spirit, reflects this history. Modern rum production arose in the 1990s, with brands utilizing multi-column distillation and ex-bourbon cask aging. Uniquely, Colombian rum embraces both molasses and panela (unrefined cane sugar), sometimes even crafted at historic coffee estates, creating a fascinating connection between Colombia’s two iconic flavours.

Ageing: Tropical ageing

Sugar cane season: October to May

Av Temps: 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F)