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Callwood Rum Distillery: A Taste of History

Discover the authentic taste of the Caribbean at Callwood Rum Distillery, a historic gem in Cane Garden Bay.

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Experience a journey back in time at Callwood Rum Distillery, one of the Caribbean's oldest continuously operating pot distilleries, nestled in Cane Garden Bay, Tortola. Sample handcrafted rums made using traditional methods passed down through generations of the Callwood family.

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Local tips

  • Visit during the sugarcane harvest to witness the traditional rum-making process firsthand.
  • Check the BVI cruise ship schedule to avoid visiting when Cane Garden Bay is most crowded.
  • Take a taxi from Road Town for a convenient and quick journey to the distillery.
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Getting There

  • Taxi

    From Road Town, the most direct way to reach Callwood Rum Distillery is by taxi. Taxis are readily available at the ferry terminal or any hotel. The ride to Cane Garden Bay is approximately 7 minutes and costs between $20 and $25. Be sure to confirm the fare with the driver before departing.

  • Public Transport

    While public transport is limited in Tortola, you can take a taxi to the West End ferry dock and then a ferry to Cruz Bay, St John, followed by another ferry to Nany Cay. From Nany Cay, you would still need to take a taxi to Cane Garden Bay. This route is less direct and potentially more time-consuming and costly than a direct taxi from Road Town. Ferry fares vary, but expect to pay around $75-$85 from Charlotte Amalie to Cane Garden Bay.

  • Walking

    For those staying in Cane Garden Bay, the distillery is easily accessible on foot. From Cane Garden Bay Beach Hotel, it's a short stroll along the beach. From other points in Cane Garden Bay, follow the main road west; the distillery is located just off the North Coast Road at the west end of the bay. There is free parking near the beach, a 5-minute walk to the distillery.

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Callwood Rum Distillery, located in scenic Cane Garden Bay on Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers a unique glimpse into the history of rum production in the Caribbean. As the oldest continuously operating pot distillery in the Eastern Caribbean, Callwood has been producing Arundel rum for over 300 years, using time-honored techniques. The distillery's story dates back to the late 1800s when a buccaneer named Richard Callwood acquired the Arundel Estate for his son. Today, the fourth generation of the Callwood family continues to operate the distillery, preserving the traditions and flavors that have made their rum renowned. Visitors can witness the original boiler still in action, heating the cane juice to start the fermentation process, a method unchanged through the centuries. A visit to Callwood is more than just a tasting; it's an immersion into BVI's cultural heritage. The distillery offers guided tours that provide a behind-the-scenes look at the rum-making process, from the sugarcane fields to the oak casks where the rum ages. The atmospheric stone building, warmed by the Caribbean sun and filled with the aroma of sugarcane and smoke, exudes a sense of history and tradition. Callwood produces a range of rums, each with its own distinct character, including a 10-year aged Brown Rum. The distillery is open Monday through Saturday, offering samples and sales of its local liquor.

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