Bacardi Rum

The History of Bacardi

The history of Bacardi rum begins in picturesque Santiago de Cuba in 1862, when the founder, Don Facundo Bacardi Massó, started a revolutionary and innovative rum distillation enterprise that would change the drinking culture forever. Don Facundo, a Spanish immigrant, began his quest for a refined rum that was smooth and light in flavor, and that could compete with the robust and sharp rums that were at that time in Cuba were common.

In his quest, Don Facundo introduced a number of groundbreaking techniques, including filtering rum through charcoal and using white oak barrels for aging. These innovative methods allowed Bacardi rum to develop a delicate and smooth taste, which quickly became popular among Cubans. The original Bacardi rum, known as the "Superior," quickly became the distillery's flagship. The iconic Bacardi bat logo was introduced as a tribute to the bats that lived above the rum barrels in the distillery and became a symbol of prosperity and good luck.

Over time, the success of Bacardi rum continued to grow and it became internationally recognized as well. In 1910, after years of political unrest and migration, the Bacardi family opened a distillery in Puerto Rico, which grew into a major production facility outside of Cuba. This allowed Bacardi rum to become available worldwide and became one of the most well-known and appreciated rum brands globally. Over the years, Bacardi rum has built a rich history and tradition, reflected in a broad range of rum products, from white and golden to dark and premium rum.

This is how Bacardi is made

The production process of Bacardi rum is a masterful interplay of carefully selected ingredients, traditional methods, and innovative techniques. For over 150 years, Bacardi has built a reputation as one of the world's most valued rum brands, and the secret behind their success lies in the meticulous process of making this beloved drink.

The production process of Bacardi starts with the careful selection of the best sugarcane, one of the main ingredients of rum. The sugarcane stalks are harvested and processed to obtain sugarcane juice, which forms the basis for the fermentation process. The sugarcane juice is subjected to a fermentation process where natural yeasts are added to convert the sugar into alcohol. This fermentation process can take several days and plays a crucial role in developing the unique flavor profiles of Bacardi rum.

After fermentation, the resulting alcohol mixture is distilled in columns. This distillation process, a masterful craft that requires the art of preserving and balancing aromas, ensures that the pure and clear alcohol is separated from unwanted substances.

An essential step in the production process of Bacardi rum is aging. The distilled alcohol is transferred to white oak barrels, where the aging process begins. During this period, the rum develops its complex flavor profile and character, while also absorbing some of the subtle tones of the wood.

After the aging process, different types of rum carefully selected and blended to achieve the desired flavor and consistency. The master blenders of Bacardi have an exceptional talent for combining different types of rum to create a perfectly balanced final product. To ensure that the rum is clear and pure, the mixture undergoes a filtration process. This helps remove any impurities and ensures a crystal-clear and high-quality drink.

The production process ends with bottling the rum in the iconic Bacardi bottles. Each bottle of Bacardi rum is the result of the unique expertise and passion of the brand’s master blenders and craftsmen.

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How is Bacardi made?

Nowadays, Bacardi is made in Puerto Rico, Mexico, and India. And although they are modern distilleries, the rum is still largely made according to the recipes and production methods of founder Don Facundo. Most important is the yeast strain, La Levadura Bacardi, which is responsible for a large part of the flavor.

Most of the rum (about 85%) is produced in Puerto Rico. There, the largest Bacardi distillery is located at San Juan Bay. This Cathedral of Rum is the most impressive rum distillery in the world: more than 100,000 liters are produced every 24 hours.

How do you drink Bacardi?

That’s entirely up to you. After all, it’s your drink, so you can do with it as you please. The Baco (Bacardi-cola) is well established and easy to make. Fill a long drink glass with ice, rum, and cold cola. You’re set! Not only is Bacardi's white rum delicious in that, but also the Bacardi Spiced (formerly the Oakheart).

But Bacardi nowadays has an enormously wide range, so you have endless possibilities. There are different flavors (Mango, Pineapple, Limonetc.) that all do well in a mixed drink or cocktail. Then of course there are beautiful, aged rums that you can really sit down for.

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Now it's up to you to decide which Bacardi you want to bring home. We offer a wide selection at competitive prices. Have you decided? Then place an order in our web shop, and we'll make sure you soon have your favorite in your liquor cabinet.