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Callwood Rum Distillery: A Taste of History

Discover the Caribbean's rich rum-making heritage at Callwood Rum Distillery in Cane Garden Bay, Tortola, where tradition and flavor intertwine.

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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. Discover the traditional methods of rum production passed down through generations of the Callwood family since the 1800s.

A brief summary to Callwood Rum Distillery

  • Monday 8 am-5 pm
  • Tuesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 8 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 8 am-5 pm
  • Friday 8 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-4 pm

Local tips

  • Visit during the sugarcane harvest to witness the age-old process of rum creation firsthand.
  • Check the cruise ship schedule and visit after 2:30 PM if a ship is in port to avoid crowds.
  • Sample the different rums and purchase a bottle of the 10-year aged Brown Rum.
  • Combine your visit with a relaxing day at Cane Garden Bay beach, known for its calm waters and beachside bars.
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Getting There

  • Taxi

    From Road Town, the main town on Tortola, a taxi to Callwood Rum Distillery in Cane Garden Bay typically costs around $20-$25. The journey takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at the Road Town Ferry Terminal and other central locations. Be sure to confirm the fare with the driver before starting your trip.

  • Walking

    If you are already in Cane Garden Bay, the Callwood Rum Distillery is easily accessible on foot. It is located on the western side of the bay, just a short walk from the beach. Simply follow the road along the beach, heading north; the distillery will be on your left. There are no costs associated with walking.

  • Car

    If you have a rental car, you can drive to Cane Garden Bay from Road Town by heading west and following the main coastal road. Be prepared for winding, hilly roads. There is parking available near the beach. Parking is free but limited.

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Callwood Rum Distillery, located in the scenic Cane Garden Bay on Tortola, British Virgin Islands, offers a unique glimpse into the history of rum production in the Caribbean. As one of the oldest continuously operating pot distilleries in the region, Callwood has been producing rum using traditional methods for over 200 years. The distillery's story dates back to the late 1800s when a buccaneer named Richard Callwood acquired the Arundel Estate for his son. The estate, already equipped with sugarcane fields and a rum distillery, became the foundation for the Callwood family's legacy in rum making. Today, the distillery remains in the Callwood family, with the fourth generation continuing the time-honored traditions. Visitors to Callwood Rum Distillery can witness the rum-making process firsthand, from the harvesting of sugarcane to the fermentation and distillation in copper pots and wooden aging casks. The distillery has resisted modern industrialization, preserving the historic methods that define its character and the distinctive taste of its rum. Tours are available, providing insights into the distillery's history and the unique qualities of its rums. You can walk among sugar cane, see the fermenting barrels, the 300-year-old pot distillery, and the cane-crushing machine. The tour concludes with a tasting of Callwood's smooth and complex rums. The distillery operates out of the same stone building it did when it opened over a century ago. The walls are blackened by fire and history and lined with aging barrels and bottles labelled with a family's name and pride. The air is filled with the aroma of sugarcane and smoke.

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