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Spirit with purpose: Flor de Caña Rum
Family-owned since 1890, Nicaragua’s Flor de Caña Rum stands out with its unwavering commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.
In 1875, Alfredo Francisco, a young Italian adventurer from Genoa, risked everything by leaving behind his family and the comforts of the old continent to travel to the exotic country of Nicaragua. A few years later, in 1890, he came across the country’s most fertile lands, at the base of the San Cristóbal volcano. It’s unique volcanic terroir would be the birthplace of Flor de Caña, proving instrumental in forging a rum with a distinctive and smooth flavour.
Now, 135 years later, Francisco’s legacy is being carried on by the family’s fifth generation. Each bottle of Flor de Caña represents a commitment to time-honoured traditions. Naturally aged in hand-selected Bourbon barrels for up to 30 years, its rums are celebrated for their rich and complex flavour profile, captivating connoisseurs worldwide. The distillery’s dedication to quality, attention to detail and the absence of artificial additives and sugar have earned Flor de Caña numerous accolades.
Flor de Caña is a beacon of responsible luxury in a world increasingly focused on sustainability. In 2020 Flor de Caña made history when it became the first global spirit brand certified both carbon neutral and Fair Trade. The brand now stands as a global leader in sustainable practices, pioneering a new era of conscious consumption.
The producer has made a significant impact on the environment and society by capturing and recycling carbon emissions created during fermentation, and using 100%-renewable energy for more than 15 years.
A trailblazer in reforestation efforts, Flor de Caña has planted one million trees since 2005 to help preserve wildlife and water resources. The brand has also provided education and healthcare to employees and their families at the company school and hospital since 1913.
For its social and environmental efforts, Flor de Caña Rum was recognised with the Ethical Award and the Distillery Sustainability Award at The Spirits Business Awards 2021.
From seasoned rum enthusiasts and bartenders to consumers worldwide, Flor de Caña promises an exceptional drinking experience. Perfect for sipping neat or for crafting cocktails, the premium spirit can be proudly enjoyed as a sustainable rum with a purpose.
As Flor de Caña celebrates its 135th anniversary, let us raise a glass to its timeless legacy and unwavering commitment to quality and sustainability.
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