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20 Best Things to Do in St. Croix
"Known by name recognition, St. Croix's Captain Morgan distillery is cited as a solid place to try local spirits alongside the island's historic rum offerings." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
Chris S.
Google
Before planning your visit, it's important to note that tours must be booked in advance by calling ahead; walk-ins are not possible. Now, onto my experience:
I recently visited the Captain Morgan Rum Distillery on St. Croix, and it was a fabulous experience! For just $15 per person, you get access to newly renovated rooms and an engaging exhibition about the brand's history. Although there isn't a distillery tour, the presentation about the product process was informative and entertaining.
The highlight was the tasting room, where you get to sample four different rums. The variety offered a great insight into the brand's craftsmanship and flavor profiles.
The gift shop was a pleasant surprise with reasonable prices, and I'm excited to hear they plan to open a restaurant soon, which will undoubtedly enhance the overall experience. Can't wait to visit again and explore even more!
Rob
Google
Rum history and lesson and samples
Food - I am surprisingly impressed with some of the smooth flavors of the samples that provided. My favorite was the dark because it offers a little complexity - just a little. Can't get much from a $20 bottle.
Atmosphere - clean and organized. they had nice set up for tours. Looks recently remodeled and upgraded. You can even rent for private events.
Cost - $15 per person. May be a little pricey, but it probably doesn't cover the cost to maintain the space for tours and the staffing. You do get what amounts to a couple of shots so that's something.
Service - we had a great tour guide. She may be the only one, but she says she's worked there for 20 years.
Justin A.
Google
Came here for a distillery tour and a rum souvenir. Only to be told they’re out of all specialty rums we tried as well as all the samples and gifts. Instead we were offered a branded wooden hockey puck as consolation.
Eric S.
Google
Didn't visit while they were touring, just wanted to get the Captain Morgan Private Stock, soooo gooood.
David W.
Google
A great little spot with a touch of Rum history and flavorful tastes. Staff was amazing!
CeCe C.
Google
The experience was lackluster and underwhelming. I did learn a lot about the history and processes at the Captain Morgan Rum Distillery. I was expecting to see more for $15.
Rez P.
Google
This is a must do in St Croix!! Very cheap rum you can buy here. It's like a 1/5 the price of in Australia. This is a more modern distillery where you will sit in a carriage like car and you will be driven around while speakers tell you about this place. They have a souvenir shop there too.
c “cfl” L.
Google
Good quick stop to see where it’s made. Most modern place on the island. Plenty of parking, space for events and a nice souvenir shop. Friendly staff and of course … rum!