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Bottle your own rum at John Watling's Distillery

Fill, seal, and label your own Bahamian spirit; gain insight into rum-making; and explore the 1789 estate

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Nassau, Bahamas

1.08 hours

US$20 /person*

*The price shown is an approximate conversion. You will be charged in the local merchant’s currency at checkout. Other currency conversion and bank fees may apply.

The Experience

Step inside Nassau's historic Buena Vista Estate for a hands-on rum-bottling session at John Watling's Distillery. You'll fill a 250-millilitre bottle of John Watling's Amber Rum, cork it, and seal it with molten Bahamian beeswax before applying an official label as the finishing touch. Afterwards, you'll be treated to a private short session with an expert Rum Academy guide to deepen your understanding of rum-making, along with a complimentary walk-in tour of the historic property, established in 1789. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.

What's priceless

Hand-sealing your own bottle of Bahamian rum at its historic source before uncorking it at home with a story to share.

The highlights

Revel in a rum-bottling session at John Watling's Distillery
Fill a 250-ml bottle of John Watling's Amber Rum
Seal your bottle with authentic Bahamian beeswax, and complete it with an official personalised label
Join a private short session on the art of rum-making
Wander the estate during a complimentary walk-in tour

Details

Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
Experience is valid for participants 18 years old and older, and minors are allowed on property with adult supervision
Responsible consumption of alcohol is recommended
Experience is valid until 30 December 2026, daily at 10 a.m., with blackout dates of 25 December 2026 and Bahamian holidays
Experience must be booked at least 48 hours in advance
Experience is for a maximum of 20 people
Experience does not include gratuities, transportation, or additional gift shop purchases
Experience is wheelchair accessible
Experience is stroller accessible
Experience is not recommended for pregnant travelers
Experience is near public transportation
Guests should check in with a guide at the front entrance before being escorted to the Rum Academy

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Fine Print

Will be scheduled on a mutually agreeable date and time, based on partner's availability
Cancellations are subject to the partner's terms and conditions outlined at checkout