Rum and Chocolate Tasting in Cartagena
Description
Experience two of the best products that Colombia has to offer the world: Rum and Chocolate, which are featured in this experience to delight your senses. Explore the diversity of 8 Colombian rums, each with its own character and distinctive flavor, carefully paired with artisanal chocolate from our country. Discover how these two emblematic products complement and enhance each other, taking you on a journey through Colombia through its flavors.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Reviews(370)
We did our tour with Wendy and it was amazing. She was very friendly, patient and knowledgeable, I’m so grateful that she was our guide. I only speak English (but learning Spanish) and my boyfriend speaks a little bit of Spanish, so she did the tour in both languages so that I could practice. We had a great time, laughing talking and Shari g our love of rum and chocolate. We had the store to ourselves maybe because it was a slower day of the week; we went on Tuesday evening right before the World Cup game between the democratic Republic of Congo and Colombia. It was a great way to pregame that event in style. The rum was delicious, and there was a lot of variety in the age, notes and type, and she taught us all about the culture.
Kayla, our goal is for every visit to become a memorable experience in the heart of Getsemaní, and we're delighted to know Wendy helped make that happen for you. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. It’s wonderful to hear that Wendy adapted the experience in both English and Spanish, creating a comfortable space for you to enjoy the tour while practicing the language. The combination of rum, chocolate, local stories, and great conversation is exactly what we hope our guests take away from their time with us. We're especially glad you had the opportunity to explore the diversity of our rums and learn more about their cultural significance. Having a quieter evening and a private setting certainly makes those moments even more special. Thank you for spending part of your Cartagena experience with us. We hope to welcome you back the next time you're in the city perhaps for another tasting and a few more Spanish lessons along the way!
A wonderful experience, Wendy was excellent and full of knowledge. The only way it could have been even better was to have had more chocolate.
We’re delighted to know you enjoyed a premium experience at one of Cartagena’s favorite destinations. Thank you for your kind words about Wendy, she is truly passionate about sharing her knowledge and creating memorable experiences for our guests. And thank you for letting us know about your wish for even more chocolate! Feedback like yours helps us continue refining and enhancing our experiences. We’re so glad you had a wonderful time, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Wonderful time cooking. Thanks for the warm hospitality!
Antonio was attentive and makes fantastic cocktails. The coconut dream cream was a real treat as was the banana baskets
We’re inspired to create memorable experiences through mixology, gastronomy and the unique atmosphere of Cartagena! We’re so happy to hear that Antonio’s attentive service made your visit even more special, and that you enjoyed our Coconut Dream Cream along with the banana baskets. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We hope to welcome you back very soon for more amazing drinks and special moments!
My husband and I chose Colombia as a honeymoon destination and we are so happy we went with it. Cartagena was the last stop on our trip and we didn’t think we’d be surprised, but, boy, were we wrong! The Rum Box is situated near the historical centre, conveniently between the hotel area and the gorgeous Getsemani neighbourhood, which allowed us to walk to it after we were done. We tried a total of 9 different beverages, started off with two types of Aguardiente and continued with a selection of rums. Our guide for the experience was Alejandra and she was indescribably fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable. We hit it off straight away (maybe because both our names were Ale ❤️) and she created such a relaxed, fun, engaging and entertaining atmosphere that we felt fully at ease and managed to completely unwind (and obviously get a little bit tipsy). She knew a lot about where rum comes from, the different barrels in which it is kept and aged, she paired each shot amazingly with both chocolate and small bites from the restaurant in the building across the street (basically the Rum Box is comprised of two buidings - the restaurant and the shop with a bar, where the tasting took place). Words are not enough to describe how warm, smiley, welcoming and friendly Alejandra was, it felt like I am out with a friend who knows a lot about rum rather than at a tour. I wasn’t much of a rum drinker before this, but my horizon has certainly broadened. If you do only one organized activity while in Cartagena, let it be this one, you won’t regret it!
Reading this truly made our day. Being part of such a special trip like your honeymoon means a lot to us, and knowing we could surprise you at the very end of it is something we won’t forget. Alejandra will absolutely love this she has a natural way of turning a tasting into something personal, easygoing, and full of connection (and we love that “Ale & Ale” moment). It’s exactly the kind of atmosphere we hope every guest gets to experience. We’re also really happy you enjoyed the journey through aguardiente and rum, along with the pairings there’s so much history and character in every sip, and hearing that it changed your perspective makes it even more special for us. Thank you for choosing us during such an important moment in your lives. Our doors will always be open for you hopefully for another round, someday!
We had such a great experience with Alejandra during this tasting and would highly recommend! We tried 9 different rum/liquors and had a few snacks throughout. We learned a lot and drank a lot. If you’re interested in learning about Colombian rums then definitely book this tour!
What a pleasure to read this! We love that you connected with the experience and especially with Alejandra she has a very special way of making each tasting unique. Exploring different rums, flavors, and stories while keeping it relaxed and fun is exactly what we aim for. Thanks for recommending us, and hopefully we’ll see you again for another round of discoveries!
This was a great experience. Very informative. Wendy was so sweet! The also gave me a bon bon for my birthday :-)
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so happy to hear you had a great and informative experience. Wendy will be delighted to know you enjoyed her warmth and attention. And we’re especially glad we could be part of your birthday celebration — the bon bon is a small detail with lots of love! 🎉 We hope to welcome you again soon!
My husband loved this experience for his birthday! We were easily able to walk to the location from our hotel in the walled city. The location was wonderful - the decor and staff super inviting. Our tour guide through the experience was Wendy - she is absolutely personable and a lot of fun!! Knowledgeable of the rums we tasted, the nibbles of food and chocolate in between tastings was phenomenal - Wendy gave us great suggestions to see and do in the city - and definitely made us alcoholics by the end of the tasting! 10/10 - recommending to everyone!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear your husband had such a special birthday experience with us. Celebrating meaningful moments like this is truly an honor. Wendy will be delighted to know she made such a great impression. We’re also glad you enjoyed the ambiance and welcoming atmosphere. We hope to see you again soon in Cartagena!
Great experience. Sebastian was a wonderful host. And did a great job!
Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear you had a great experience with Sebastian. He’ll be very happy to know he made a positive impression. We hope to welcome you again soon!
The Rum and Chocolate tour was awesome! I highly recommend this tour and it will not disappoint.
Thank you so much for your review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the Rum and Chocolate experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again for another great experience in Cartagena!
