The 11 Best Rum Tastings in Puerto Rico

1.Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,469 reviews · from $89Our pick

At Casa BACARDÍ in Cataño, you’ll start with a welcome cocktail, hear the story of Puerto Rican rum, visit the distillery area by tram, and make two classic drinks with a mixologist. Guides such as Alejandra, Edward, Will, Maria, and Nayel have earned praise for their energy and clear instruction.

“The tour is very informative and the class is fun, interactive and overall a joy! This experience was amazing and I plan to do it again with more of my family.”

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2.Rum Tasting Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,095 reviews · from $89

Spend 75 minutes at Casa BACARDÍ in Cataño learning how to taste rum, sampling four premium pours with chocolate, and riding a short guided trolley loop. Guides such as Alexandra, Itsy, Gabriella, and Will bring the history to life, but the tour does not enter production buildings.

“10/10 experience and opportunity to learn about the history of Bacardí in PR! Some of my group and myself aren’t huge Bacardí fans but the tasting and the guide was a fun experience!”

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3.Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 737 reviews · from $44

At Casa BACARDÍ in Cataño, you’ll trace the brand’s move from a small distillery to a global rum name, ride a trolley, watch a short film, enjoy a welcome cocktail, and taste a limited premium rum. Guides such as Alejandra, Nayel, Edwin, Ari, and Itzy bring plenty of humor to the 45-minute visit.

“The BACARDÍ tour with Legacy was awesome! Navel our tour guide was fun, friendly, and very knowledgeable!!”

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4.Rum Craft Cocktail Tour in San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 373 reviews · from $64

Meet at Carli’s Fine Bistro at 5 p.m. for a two-hour Old San Juan walk with up to nine others. Your bilingual guide, such as Pablo, Alberto, Claudia, or Danny, leads you to three bars for three rum cocktails, local stories, and views of historic streets, a cathedral, and a 1753 chapel.

“Great tour, easy breezy. Great cocktails at all three locations. Danny did a great job. Definitely would recommend.”

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5.Ron del Barrilito Rum Tasting Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 192 reviews · from $91

At Hacienda Santa Ana near San Juan, you’ll start with a welcome cocktail, tour the historic estate and rum operation, then taste Dos, Tres, Cuatro, and Cinco Estrellas. Guides such as Timmy, Coco, Marjorie, and Valerio are known for lively, clear explanations.

“Excellent tour of the rum factory! Our guide was fantastic. He explained everything in detail and answered all our questions about rum and the factory. Not to mention the rum we got to taste was amazing! Highly recommend!”

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6.Bio Bay Magic and Rum Tasting Tour from San Juan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 152 reviews · from $250

Travel from San Juan to southern Puerto Rico with a local guide such as Steven or Cruz. Visit the Ponce rum stop, eat three tacos in La Parguera, watch sunset from a boat, and swim in glowing water beneath the stars. Pickup, dinner, equipment, and return transport are included.

“We enjoyed this experience. The restaurant for lunch was good. We didn't feel rushed. They arrived on time and ensured everyone enjoyed the boat.”

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7.Christmas Vibe: Old San Juan Pitorro Rum Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $39Best value

At Rustic Vibes Experience, Gary and Jen guide you through five shots of Puerto Rican Pitorro and Ron Caña, with flavors such as coconut, mango, coffee, tamarind, and passion fruit. You’ll hear local stories, taste products from four distilleries, and finish at the Old San Juan meeting point.

“The treatment was very friendly and friendly. Excellent Customer Service and the delicious spouts!!!!! Success in your business”

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8.San Juan Snorkel with Turtles and Manatee’s; Free Video and Rum!

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 79 reviews · from $82

From Playita del Condado, you swim with a guide through a protected marine sanctuary in search of wild sea turtles, manatees, starfish, conchs, and fish. John, Luis, and their team provide gear, a wildlife video, and a small rum taste. This is a swimmers-only tour with no boat ride.

“Great experience, well organized, & a good work out. The kids were able to also hold a starfish, sea urchins & more!”

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9.Bacardi Rum Distillery and Old San Juan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 77 reviews · from $99

Start near Plaza Colón at 1 p.m. with a guided drive through Old San Juan, including photo stops near the Capitol and El Morro. Then ride to Casa Bacardi for the 45-minute Legacy Tour, a cocktail, film, trolley ride, reserve tasting, and gift-shop time. Minimum age is 18.

“The tour wasn't really worth it. When touring the San Juan area, we got on the bus to one stop that was something that we could read on the wall about the history. Understanding we couldn't get to San Felipe wasn't part of the package anyway. We expected more tour experience in San Juan and Old San Juan. It wasn't worth it. MORE IMPORTANTLY..the VAN was COMPACT! It was extremely claustrophobic AND HOT. I would not recommend this at all. If you want to see the Bacardi Distillery then go. If you want to explore Old San Juan then get a tour for that. This tour was just transport to…”

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10.Boriken Flavor: Roast Pork Hwy, Rum Tasting, Loiza Fritters

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 56 reviews · from $165

Start with hotel pickup at 10:30 a.m., then taste tropical fruit at La Placita, sample roasted pork and fritters around Los Piñones, and take part in a simple cooking activity. Some departures include rum tasting. Beach time at Luquillo depends on weather and timing.

“The tour never happened the driver never showed up , we waited for 2 hours! No pick ,No call nothing I called the company all they said was we will refund your money 3-7 business day, as well be careful if the tour company is Real PR Read more”

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11.Intensive Old San Juan Opulent Coffee/Rum/Tastings Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $79

Spend 2.5 hours with Professor Nat, also called Profe Nat or Natalia, walking from San Juan Bay through Old San Juan. See 30-plus landmarks, taste Puerto Rican coffee and a seasonal cocktail, and make a small souvenir with a local artisan in a group of no more than 10.

“Professor Nat met us at our meeting spot and was ready to adjust based on weather and closures due to a holiday. We appreciated her flexibility. She knows so much about Puerto Rico history and culture! She took great photos for us and was attentive to both our children (age 13 and 17). Highly recommend her for your tour!”

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