6 Colombia Rum Tours to Build a Day Around

1.Boutique Rum and Chocolate Tasting at Lunático

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 121 reviews · 2 hours · from $105Our pick

Spend two hours at Lunático with hosts trained by certified Rummelier Renato Molo. Taste 8 to 10 Colombian spirits, pair them with chocolate, learn rum-making basics, and mix your own cocktail. The small-group class may take place in the studio or terrace, with English and Spanish guidance.

“Renato Molo’s Rum and Chocolate Tasting is a must-try for rum enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Renato, a highly knowledgeable Rummelier, made the two-hour class fascinating with his engaging presentation and deep insights into rum and its culture. He answered all our questions and introduced us to new aspects of rum we hadn’t encountered before. We especially enjoyed learning how to make a refreshing, unique rum cocktail at the end of the session. Renato and his team were professional, polite, and ensured we had a blast. This experience, enjoyed with my partner and his parents, was both educational and fun. We highly recommend it!”

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2.Coffee Tour with arrival on horseback and sugar cane processing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Meet at La 9 Mall in El Poblado for a family-run coffee outing in Palmitas. Christian, Mateo, or another local guide leads you by horseback or mule to the farm, where you dress like a coffee worker, pick beans, follow the process, taste several brewing methods, and eat a traditional lunch with mountain views.

“Great experience! Tour led by family who owns the farm— very informative and enjoyed riding the mules to the farm, picking our own coffee berries and having traditional lunch surrounded by the beautiful mountains.”

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3.Coffee Tour, Horseback Arrival, and Sugar Cane

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 82 reviews · 6 hours · from $76

Travel from El Poblado to a family-run coffee farm in Western Antioquia with guide Christian or Cristian. Ride a horse, mule, or donkey for the final approach, pick and process coffee, taste several brews, eat a typical lunch, and learn about sugar cane.

“It was one of the best tours I've done, and I've done many. The farm is beautiful and the family is so welcoming. It was so interesting to hear about coffee, from the moment of picking to processing to brewing. I love coffee, so this was the perfect trip for me. We tasted so many types of coffees. Lunch in banana leaves was amazing with that view. Horses were scary, but that is just my preference. I do recommend this trip to anyone even if you are not a big fan of coffee; it is so much fun.”

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4.Rum & Rhythms a premium rum tasting with live music

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · from $55Best value

Meet José and a five-piece band at Orígenes Restaurante Bar for a two-hour tasting of premium Colombian rums. Learn how to smell and taste each pour, enjoy music matched to its story, and join the band on simple instruments if you wish.

“If I could rate this 100 stars I would. This was truly the best way for us to spend our last night in Cartagena. We had a fun group, all of whom really appreciated learning about rum and its history in Colombia and tasting it, too! Jose was a great gRead more”

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5.Express Rum and Chocolate Tasting Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $69

Join Dylan, Sebastian, or Luz at Caffé Lunático for a one-hour tasting of Colombian rum and fine chocolate. You’ll sample the listed five rum pairings, learn how rum is made, and explore its place in Colombian culture. The group is limited to 10, and English and Spanish are available.

“I loved the pairing of chocolate with rum and experiencing how the the rum transformed with it. Great explanations! Great vibes!”

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6.The Legendary Colombian Rum and Chocolate Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours · from $109

Meet at El Arsenal: The Rum Box for a private 1-hour-45-minute tasting with eight Colombian rums, artisanal chocolates, three local snacks, and water. Guides such as Alejandra and Coco bring cocktail knowledge, pirate tales, and a clear sense of place to this adults-only experience.

“We had an AMAZING experience with this tasting. Alejandra was our guide, and she was fun, interesting, and so welcoming! We did several guided tours while we were in Cartagena and this was by far our favorite. It’s also a great value for your money- we sampled 8 rums and many chocolates and savory snacks!”

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