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Worthy Park Estate: A Taste of Jamaican Rum History

Discover Jamaica's rum heritage at Worthy Park Estate, a historic distillery offering immersive tours and tastings since 1670.

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Journey through Jamaica's rum-making heritage at Worthy Park Estate, a historic distillery dating back to 1670. Explore the estate's lush sugarcane fields and witness the rum-making process from cane to bottle, concluding with a tasting of their award-winning rums.

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Local tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes for the walking tour of the distillery and grounds.
  • Book your tour in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
  • Bring cash for purchasing bottles of rum and souvenirs at the gift shop.
  • Arrive early to enjoy a welcome drink before the tour begins.
  • Remember that you must be 18 or older to participate in the rum tasting.
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Getting There

  • Taxi

    From Kingston, taxis are readily available but negotiate the fare before departure. The journey to Worthy Park Estate takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to pay between $85 and $110 USD for the trip. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingston to Spanish Town for a couple of dollars, then take a taxi to Lluidas Vale, which will also cost between $60 and $80 USD.

  • Driving

    From Kingston, take the A1 and then the B12 to Lluidas Vale. The drive is roughly 60 km and takes about 1 hour. Parking is available at Worthy Park Estate.

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Worthy Park Estate, nestled in the cool hills of Lluidas Vale, St. Catherine, offers a captivating journey into Jamaica's rich history and rum-making traditions. Established in 1670, the estate is one of the island's oldest sugar and rum producers, boasting a legacy that spans over three centuries. Visitors can immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and aromas of a working estate, witnessing firsthand the transformation of sugarcane into premium Jamaican rum. The 90-minute tour includes multimedia presentations, a walking tour of the distillery, aging warehouse, and bottling facility, and a tasting of Worthy Park's award-winning rums. You can sample sugarcane, cane juice, and molasses to fully appreciate the rum-making process. Worthy Park prides itself on using traditional techniques and 100% pot still distillation, a legacy since the 1740s, to craft its distinctive rums. The estate cultivates its own sugarcane and produces its own molasses, ensuring quality and authenticity. The estate produces approximately 24,000 tons of sugar annually, making it Jamaica's largest supplier to the local market. The Worthy Park Estate tour offers a unique and educational experience for rum enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking an authentic taste of Jamaica.

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