Mount Gay Visitors' Centre

We really enjoyed the Mount Gay Visitors Center! We came with a tour guide and felt like that was very informative and had many things we could see. They showed us an informational video, brought us to a room that highlighted key moments in the Mount Gay history, and then we did an in-depth rum tasting. Their Rum punch was also fantastic!

If you've traveled all the way to Barbados, this is an absolute must-see. The tour was a little over one and a half hours. Absolutely, fantastic and filled with all the information you would want. The tasting at the end is by far the best ever. The only problem is, you will end up buying rum. Which, when you think about it, that was the whole reason you came here in the first place.

The welcome tour was enjoyable if you want to learn more about the history of the distillery and rum in general. It lasted about an hour and starts with a museum room, a theatre for a quick video, and the tasting room. The tasting room and video are up a flight of stairs with no elevator options. The tour ends with a tasting of their 4 main rums with an optional lunch afterwards. We didn't do the lunch so I don't know how that was. Overall there's not too much else to do there. It seems they have a few other event or tour options but it's a good stop if you're interested.

Our Signature Tasting Session at the Mount Gay Visitors' Center was a delightful introduction to Barbados's rum heritage. From the moment we arrived, the reception staff were warm and welcoming, setting a positive tone for our visit. We were immediately greeted with a delicious rum punch, a perfect start while waiting for the group to assemble. The tour began with an engaging overview of Mount Gay's history and its significance to Barbados, showcased through a display of vintage bottles and informative panels. Our guide was knowledgeable and passionate, providing detailed explanations and emphasizing the groundbreaking fact that Mount Gay is home to the first female Rum Master in Barbados. This was a particularly fascinating detail, highlighting the distillery's progressive approach and the rich history of rum-making on the island. Following the historical introduction, a short film upstairs further illuminated the rum-making process and the island's history. Then came the tasting! We sampled four distinct rums: Silver, Eclipse, Black Barrel, and XO. Our guide expertly walked us through each one, explaining their unique characteristics and offering tips on how to best appreciate the nuances of flavor. Overall, the experience was highly enjoyable, and our tour guide was exceptional. The only slight drawback was the large group size, which made the experience feel less intimate compared to other rum tours we've taken on the island. However, the quality of the information, the delicious rum, and the welcoming atmosphere made it a worthwhile visit. We'd definitely recommend it for anyone interested in learning more about Mount Gay and the rich history of Barbadian rum, including the impressive story of their pioneering female Rum Master.

Visited while our cruise ship stopped here for a day. Luckily had space for us (recommend book in advance if possible). Tour guide was amazing and funny and he really made it worth it. We walked it from the cruise docked but now reflecting - probably better to get a taxi (should cost $5 each). Highly recommended.

Fantastic couple of hours spent on the distillery tour. Our host, Damien, was very knowledgeable and took us through the history of mount gay rum making. Finished with tasting of some amazing rums. Thoroughly recommend it.

I quite liked it and the tour guide had a wealth of knowledge. My only gripe was that he talked a little bit too fast, but that is just me being picky. There was a six minute video on how rum was made, in between the talks, and the best was left till last - the rum tasting😋 Let's just say my head was spinning at the end. All in all an enjoyable experience I booked online and it was very straightforward. It lasted one hour 😎 2.5.25

My tour at the Mount Gay distillery in St. Lucy was a very informative and fun time. The tour guide Akil was knowledgeable and engaging which made the tour very good. The rum tasting at the end of tour was also good.