Mount Gay Signature Rum Tasting Experience
Recommended by 96% of travelers
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Barbados
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Avoid generic bar hopping and discover the real story behind Barbados’ famous Mount Gay rum on this tasting experience. After meeting your host and enjoying a complimentary rum punch, explore the Legacy Museum, watch a short film on how Mount Gay rum is made, and take part in a guided tasting of their signature rums in a tasting room.
- Shop for island-exclusive bottles and gifts you can only buy in Barbados
- Hosted by Mount Gay brand ambassadors for a more personal, insider-led experience
- Easy to fit into any vacation schedule with multiple daily start times
- Prebooking your entry ensures your spot at the popular attraction
What's Included
- Complimentary Rum Punch
- Professional & Knowledgeable Brand Hosts
- History of Mount gay rum and our craftsmanship
- A Short film
- Guided tasting of 4 rums
- Time for Shopping
- This is NOT the Distillery Tour
- THERE IS NO TRANSPORTATION FOR THIS TOUR
- Gratuities
- Additional Drinks ( Available for purchase )
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Exmouth Gap, Bridgetown, Saint Michael Barbados
This experience does NOT offer Transportation, therefore you will have to make your own way. If you are taking a taxi, please indicate to your driver that the tour is in located at the Visitor center in St Michael and not the distillery in St Lucy.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Mount Gay Visitor Experience
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Tour Times - 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 1:30, Last tour 2:30
- Transportation Is not included
- This is not a Distillery tour
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 773 reviews
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I am not sure what kind of review to leave since it was more an informative session on history of Mount gay rum. The rum tasting drink was good.
We love the experience from start to finish! Our guide was knowledgeable and funny and the selection of rum we got to try was very impressive. The grounds were lovely and we enjoyed some great drinks at the bar following our experience.
A lovely experience with a knowledgeable guide who was pleasant and really understood her rums! Add this to your to-do list.
Booked 10:30am session the same day three hours in advance. Went to the meeting point but nobody picked me up. After 15 min standing outside I had to go inside and look for the tour guide. The tour itself was awesome, liked the guide a lot.
This Rum tasting was top tier!! Our guide was so knowledgeable about the the history of Mount Bay Rum. My husband was not a rum drinker and ended up becoming one and bought some bottles.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time learning about the history of Mount Gay Rum and that we managed to convert your husband into a rum drinker! It is always a huge compliment when a guest takes a few bottles home to enjoy, and we are so glad he found a new favorite. We will be sure to share your wonderful feedback with your tour guide, who will be delighted to know their knowledge and passion made such an impact on your visit. We hope those bottles bring back great memories of your tasting, and we look forward to welcoming you both back the next time you visit the island!
Definitely a must while visiting the island !!!! Jalisa was a grreat time! My girlfriend and I had a blast ! THANK YOU
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that our tour is a must-do for island visitors and that you and your girlfriend had such a blast. I will be sure to pass along your kind words to Jalisa—she will be so happy to know she made your time with us so memorable! We hope you both enjoy the rest of your time on the island, and we would love to welcome you back again in the future!
It’s really nice and you learn a lot… if you’re looking at tourist stuff with some rum involved this is it
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We appreicate your review and the recommendation, thank you so much. we know the team took very good care of you. If your ever on island again, we'd be happy to have you with us again.
Mount Gay rum tasting and tour was great. Our tour guide was funny and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed tasting all the rums!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for visiting, it was our pleasure hosting your group. we hope you got a bottle of rum to sip and remember your time in Barbados.
This tour was great from start to finish. Our tour guide was the bomb.com!! The mango rum punch was the best we've ever had.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you for your kind words, we will share with the team. It was great having you, feel free to visit our website for the recipe for our rum punch then add your favorite mango juice or any other you fancy. If your ever back in Barbados pop by an see us.
Good insight into history of rum making and fantastic taste testing session where you learn how to really appreciate the rum before drinking it!!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Rum has a long and interesting history and the process is always interesting. We are happy to share our wonderful rums with you. We will be sure to share with the team.
Thank you for visiting, do come again.
I love the the tour the history of the rum was very interesting. Jaylisa was very awesome with her presentation she definitely deserves a pay increase for her hard work.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
J-lisa is fantastic, we are happy to have her working with us. Great to hear she has shown you a wonderful time. Thank you for your lovely review, do come again
Great experience lots of info given by guide. Great hearing about the history of rum and of distillery.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for Visiting, and for reviewing us. We know the team shared loads on knowledge and tips. Do enjoy your rums and we hope you can return some day.
Very interesting afternoon learning about the history of Mount Gay rum and tasting session, staff were very friendly.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for visiting and for reviewing us. we will share with the team.
It was amazing! I think everyone should do this when they go to Barbados. I will definitely be doing this again.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for this review, We look forward to having you with us again. Try our cocktail making class it loads of fun, see you soon.
Instructor was great!! Staff was great!! Informative, funny, immersive, and can’t wait to come back!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
We look forward to tour return, Try our cocktail Workshop next time, fun experience. We shall share with the team marcus.
Our rum tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Barbados! The experience was fun, informative, and perfectly organized from start to finish. We learned so much about the history of Barbadian rum, the distillation process, and what makes the island’s rum world-famous. The guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the experience enjoyable for everyone. The tastings were generous, and we loved learning how to properly appreciate the different flavor profiles. Whether you’re a rum enthusiast or just looking for a unique island experience, this tour is absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!”
Response from Host, Jul 2026
what a wonderful read, we are happy our guide was able to take you on that remarkable journey. do continue to enjoy your rums and we hope to have you with us again. Thank you for your recommendation and for your review.
From one spouse: Our guide, Tina, was exceptionally knowledgeable as well as personable. She took care of us and educated us – and we all had a really wonderful time! It was a delightful experience.
From the other spouse: I also thought Tina was terrific and how she educated our minds and our pallets! I did not realize that the tour would be so informative in the art of making rum as well as tasting rum. Thank you so very much!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
It's more than a rum, it is an experience and we are happy Tina Shared that with you. Please say thank you for us, and we look forward to the day we can have you with us again. Thank you for your kind words
Very informative, guide was great! The tasting was delicious ! Wonderful place to spend a couple of hours!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your review, next time your in Barbados drop in say hi let's have a cocktail.
Very charismatic tour guide. We really enjoyed the experience. The rum and the information is valuable.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for visiting and for your review. We hope you got a bottle to enjoy back home.
Great experience, the host Tina was exceptional, made us laugh throughout , a slick operation and a nice gift shop to finish
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Tina is fantastic, and we know she gave you a fun experience. Thank you for reviewing us, do come again.
Informative and entertaining at the same time. Our guide was wonderful and engaging. I recommend it to anyone.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
We appreciate you, thank you so much for recommending us. We hope some day you can return Barbados you drop by for a visit.
Our tour guide was delightful. She told the story of Mount Gay, rum and the island in an entertaining and engaging way. She instructed us in how to taste the rums in a way that brought the beverages to life. In only a short time my palate was refined.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Wonderful to hear your guide showed you all such a great time. now with your refined palate, we hope you continue to enjoy your rums. Thank you for visiting and for your review.
The guide was amazing. We were Veronica’s last tour because she is pursuing her PHD. The information shared was rich and provided depth. The team of employees brought the experience to life.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for visiting and for your review. Marsha will be missed, we wish her the best on that journey. We are happy you enjoyed your experience with us.
This Catamaran was on point! The staff and energy was awesome! Lunch top tier 👌🏼. We were able to snorkle and see 2 shipwrecks which was really cool! You will not go wrong booking this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
We are so happy you enjoyed it.
Short cab ride to the Mount Gay Visitor Center from the cruise port. Tour guide at Mount Gay, RJ, was outstanding. He was a passionate ambassador for the brand and his co-workers. Tasting was great fun! This was a great way to spend a couple of hours while in Bridgetown.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Great having with us, Happy to hear RJ and the team gave you a wonderful experience. We will share your kind words with them, thank you for sharing. We hope we can have you with us again.
Started off with rum punch and a chat about the history. Then watched a short film, followed by 4 small samples of different rum maturity
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review and for visiting.
Short and sweet. Had about 4 shots of rum. Fun activity, learning about the history and process of production.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for visiting our signature experience. Happy you've enjoyed your time with us.
Great experience! Our rum tasting your guide was exceptionally knowledgeable. She knew her stuff and made it fun. Would recommend to anyone visiting Barbados.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your recommendation and for visiting us. Happy to be able to share our rums and story with you. Anytime your back in barbados do stop by again.
Really enjoyed the rum tasting and history experience. Host was very entertaining and the samples were each explained.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your visit and for your review. Hope to have you with us again.
Thank you for teaching us about the history and drinking of Mount Gay! Rum! Our family enjoyed our time with Tina.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Tina is fantastic and we know she showed you a great time. Do be a stanger, we hope to have you with us again soon.
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