Westerhall Estate: A Taste of Grenadian Rum Heritage

Westerhall Estate Ltd, located in the southeastern corner of Grenada, is a historic rum distillery that has been producing rum since the 1700s. The estate spans 500 acres in Westerhall, St. David's, and is known as one of the island's rum distilleries that preserves the rich history of fine rum making. It is also home to the oldest working waterway in the Western Hemisphere.Visitors can take guided tours of the distillery to view the rum-making process and walk through the grounds, which still display vestiges of old artifacts, ruins, and equipment once part of the refinery process, such as copper kettles. The knowledgeable staff shares insights and stories about the estate's history, making for an engaging and educational experience. The tour culminates in a tasting of the various rums under the Westerhall portfolio.Westerhall Estate produces rum that draws upon the traditions of the island and its abundant spices. The waters of Grenada are naturally infused with spices such as nutmeg, which are naturally filtered into the rum during the blending process, giving it a distinctively Grenadian spiced-yet-smooth taste. The estate has been owned by the Williams & Wells families since the early 1940s. Westerhall Estate is a must-visit destination for tourists seeking an authentic taste of Grenada's rum-making tradition.