Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House
Overview
Step into a historic Caribbean barrel house and taste the past—one sip at a time. This immersive rum tasting invites you to explore the Virgin Islands’ rich history through its most iconic export: sugarcane rum.
Guided by passionate hosts in the heart of Charlotte Amalie, you’ll learn the difference between molasses and sugarcane-based rums, the role of the Virgin Islands in the global rum trade, and how French Caribbean sugarcane and cognac barrel aging create a smoother, cleaner spirit.
Your senses will lead the way—start by exploring the rum aroma station, then savor a curated flight of at least four premium rums, each telling a flavorful story of terroir, craftsmanship, and island culture. This is more than a tasting—it’s an invitation to connect with the legacy of rum in the West Indies.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages 4-7 rum tastings, water, plantain chips
- Tips
Meeting Location
5195 Dronningens Gade
Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas 00802, USVI
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
ep into the heart of the Caribbean's rum heritage with this immersive Rum Tasting and History Experience in downtown Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. Set in one of the island’s last remaining 18th-century barrel houses, this tour is a journey through time—where rum, trade, and culture converge.
✔ Discover the history of sugarcane rum in the Virgin Islands and its connection to the colonial rum trade
✔ Explore the historic port of Charlotte Amalie with insights from a knowledgeable local historian
✔ Learn the difference between molasses-based rums and sugarcane juice rums—and why it matters
✔ Visit our interactive rum aroma station to explore the unique scents of Caribbean rums
✔ Enjoy a guided tasting of at least 4 artisanal sugarcane rums, each with its own flavor story and origin
This authentic experience is perfect for history lovers, rum enthusiasts, and curious travelers seeking a deeper connection to Caribbean culture. Whether you're visiting for the day or staying nearby, this one-of-a-kind tour offers education, flavor, and heritage—all in one sip.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-453283P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Alcoholic beverages. 4-7 rum tastings, water, plantain chips.
- Tips.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rum Tasting Experience in the Old Barrel House will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages4-7 rum tastings, water, plantain chips
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
