The legacy of one man which has now become a personal and party favourite alcohol, ‘Bacardi’ was born here. Don Facundo Bacardi Masso immigrated to Santiago de Cuba in 1830 and set up a business as a wine merchant. After a few years of experimenting he and his brother set up a local distillery. Their experimentation led them to create a new type of rum which was much lighter and it quickly became a local favourite. The museum shows the process in detail of how various types of alcohol is made whilst providing an insight into the history of the company. They also offer free samples of pure rums and cocktails.

• There are special rum tasting packages that are available. For more info refer website.

• Entry is free.
• Three tours are available: Historical tour $15pp, Rum tasting $50pp and Mixology $60pp (plus tax).

• By Road: From San Juan take Highway 22 west to the Catano exit, Road 165. The plant is visible for about a mile on the exit of Rd 165.
• By Ferry: Take the ferry from Old San Juan to Catano, then take a van from Catano to Casa Bacardi.

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