The Solera rum tasting offers an immersive journey into the world of rum in Boquete, Chiriqui. Solera is a brand produced by Carta Vieja—the company that pioneered rum production in Panama in 1915. Your guide will lead you through a visual exploration of the history of rum in Panama. Although rum originated in Barbados in the 16th century, it is now produced in over 40 countries.
Rum is crafted from sugarcane, which grows in the lowlands of Chiriquí rather than in the highlands of Boquete. Consequently, this experience does not include a visit to a plantation; instead, you will visit the aging cellar—the only one of its kind located 1,668 meters above sea level. You will learn about the characteristics of rum, its various types, and the process used to define its specific profiles. Your guides will also explain aging durations, barrel management, and the quality control measures essential for developing the spirit’s body, color, and bouquet.
Discover how to examine the appearance of rum and perceive its complex aromas. This multisensory experience will help you refine your palate, enabling you to identify nuances of vanilla, wood, sugarcane, or spices. Follow your guide’s instructions through three distinct phases: sight, smell, and taste. You will be provided with a proper tasting glass, in which you can gently swirl the rum to fully appreciate the liquid and uncover its complete essence. The Solera rum tasting includes four varieties: Extra Clear, Clear, Añejo, and Golden Cask.
Solera Rum Tasting
The Solera rum tasting in Boquete, Chiriquí, offers an immersive experience into the world of rum, produced by Carta Vieja since 1915. The tour highlights the history of rum in Panama and includes a visit to the unique aging cellar at 1,668 meters above sea level. Participants will learn about rum characteristics, types, aging, and quality control. The tasting involves a multisensory approach through sight, smell, and taste, allowing attendees to discern flavors such as vanilla, wood, and spices across four varieties: Extra Clear, Clear, Añejo, and Golden Cask.
Trip Highlights
- Taste four rum varieties: Extra Clear, Clear, Añejo, and Golden Cask.
- Visit the aging cellar, the only one of its kind located 1,668 meters above sea level.
- Learn about the characteristics of rum, its various types, and the process used to define its specific profiles.
