Chicago Rum Fest

Chicago Rum Fest Chicago Rum Week is a week long program promoting the rum industry. Chicago Rum Week is a week-long program promoting the rum industry.

Rum companies, Rum Distilleries, Rum Bars, Rum Brands, Rum Ambassadors, throughout greater Chicago join forces to establish a long week program of events. The 2018 Chicago Rum Week will take place from April 9th thru the 16th.

05/28/2026

🌿🥃 Pure craft, pure elegance. Nicoya Rum absolutely stole the show at our 10th anniversary!

Bringing their incredible heritage and premium flavor profiles to the heart of Chicago, Nicoya Rum gave our community a true masterclass in what makes high-quality Costa Rican rum so exceptional. Connecting with their team and tasting the passion in every pour was an absolute highlight of the weekend.

It’s moments and discoveries like this that make the Chicago Rum Fest an unforgettable experience year after year.

We’re already dreaming up the magic for 2027, and trust us, you’ll want a front-row seat. Want to be the first to know when tickets go on sale and which world-class brands are joining us next?

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05/22/2026

🍍✨ Pouring out the tropical magic with !

If you were at the 10th anniversary of Chicago Rum Fest, you already know the Planteray booth was the place to be. From their iconic artisanal blends to that unmistakable island energy, they reminded us exactly why we fall in love with rum culture over and over again.

Missed out on trying their expressions, or just counting down the days until you can taste them with us again? We’re already planning how to make the 2027 edition even bigger, bolder, and more delicious.

Don't get left behind next year! Join our newsletter community today to get exclusive first access to 2027 ticket drops, festival news, and lineup announcements.

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05/14/2026

Celebrating our 10th anniversary with you wasn't just a milestone; it was a masterpiece. From a small dream to a massive movement, we’ve spent ten years building a community that is as bold, diverse, and spirited as the rum in our glasses.

To the city that welcomed us with open arms and the community that keeps the flame alive: Thank you.

To the Architects of the Experience:

🔥 Our Brand Partners: Thank you for the trust, the miles traveled, and the vision shared.

🌟 The Ambassadors: You are the storytellers who breathe life into every pour.

🥃 The Masters & Visionaries: To the Distillers, Blenders, and CEOs—thank you for your unparalleled commitment to the craft.

❤️ The Rum Community: To our attendees, influencers, and creators—you are the heartbeat of this festival. You turned a tasting into a celebration.

Lessons from 10 Years on the Lake:

👉 is everything. It remains the soul of why we do what we do.

👉 Knowledge is better shared. Our community only gets stronger when we learn together.

👉 The future is bright. Together, we are elevating rum culture to heights we only imagined a decade ago.

We are still buzzing from the energy you brought to this anniversary. While we look back with nostalgia, we are already looking forward with anticipation.

Chicago, the journey doesn't end here. Stay tuned as we prepare to raise the bar even higher for 2027. 🥃✨ Subscribe to our newsletter: https://chicagorumfest.com/signup/

05/04/2026

🥃✨ Cheers to our 10th anniversary, Chicago!

Celebrating a decade of Chicago Rum Fest with all of you has been an incredible honor.

Thank you for joining us on this journey that began as a dream and has grown into a strong, curious, and passionate rum community.

🙏 Thank you, Chicago, for welcoming us with so much energy.
🔥 Thank you to all the brands for your trust, for traveling, for educating, and for sharing your vision.
🌟 Thank you to the Brand Ambassadors, who brought every story to life with passion.
🥃 Thank you to the Master Distillers, Master Blenders, CEOs, and producers, for sharing your knowledge, technique, and commitment to excellence.
❤️ Thank you to the attendees, influencers, and creators, who amplified the experience and filled every space with enthusiasm.

This 10th anniversary left us with powerful lessons:
— That education remains the heart of this festival.
— That community grows when we share knowledge.
— That rum has a bright future when we build it together.

To all of you… thank you for trusting us throughout these 10 years.

And thank you for continuing to elevate rum culture.

Chicago, here’s to what comes next. 🥃✨

🥃🔥 Chicago Rhum Week — the city is ready to celebrate!Chicago fills with flavor, energy, and Caribbean spirit during Chi...
04/25/2026

🥃🔥 Chicago Rhum Week — the city is ready to celebrate!

Chicago fills with flavor, energy, and Caribbean spirit during Chicago Rhum Week, a week created to enjoy, learn, and experience rum from every angle.

With activations, pop‑ups, tastings, and immersive experiences, the city becomes the perfect stage to discover new expressions and connect with the rum community.

It’s the ideal moment to:
✨ Taste incredible rums from brands bringing unique proposals to the city.
✨ Learn more about the industry, its history, and its evolution.
✨ Meet ambassadors, producers, master blenders, and leaders who are shaping the future of rum.
✨ Experience Chicago from a different perspective: warm, festive, and full of liquid culture.

And now the question is…

Which of these events will you be attending?

Chicago… it’s time to toast, discover, and enjoy.

Welcome to Rhum Week!

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🥃✨ Welcome to all our speakers — today we celebrate your voice, your knowledge, and your impact.At Chicago Rum Fest, we ...
04/25/2026

🥃✨ Welcome to all our speakers — today we celebrate your voice, your knowledge, and your impact.

At Chicago Rum Fest, we are truly honored to have each of you with us.

Your work, your research, your passion, and your commitment to sharing knowledge play a fundamental role in the growth and education of the rum industry.

Today, you’re not just leading seminars —
you’re shaping conversations, inspiring new perspectives, and helping our community understand the craft, the culture, and the future of rum.

Thank you for being here.
Thank you for teaching.
Thank you for elevating this industry.

Let’s make today unforgettable.

04/24/2026

🥃🔥 Rhum Week + Chicago Rum Fest: ready to celebrate with Planteray Rum and Monymusk Rums
Chicago is already buzzing with rum energy… and these two Caribbean powerhouses are here to turn it up.

brings its tropical spirit, vibrant blends, and that adventurous energy that turns every sip into a journey. Colorful, expressive, and made for celebration.

, straight from Jamaica, arrives with the essence of pure Jamaican rum: deep fermentation, pot still character, and the unmistakable island soul that defines its profile. Tradition, technique, and heritage in every drop.

During Rhum Week and Chicago Rum Fest 2026, we’re ready to enjoy their expressions, their cocktails, and everything these brands bring to elevate the experience.

✨ And if you haven’t grabbed your tickets yet… you still have time.
On April 25, we celebrate rum like never before.

04/24/2026

🥃🔥 Chicago Rum Fest 2026 is almost here… and the city is already buzzing!

You still have time to be part of the most important rum event in the Midwest — the one that brings together brands, bartenders, bars, distributors, and every rum lover who lives for flavor, culture, and community.

This is where the world of rum meets Chicago: expressions from every corner of the globe, seminars, tastings, experiences, and a community that grows stronger every year.

✨ Only a few tickets left.

If you want to participate, get involved, or simply make sure you don’t miss the celebration, this is your moment.

We’ll see you on April 25, 2026 at Logan Square Auditorium.
Chicago is getting ready to celebrate rum like never before — loud, proud, and with a whole lot of spirit.

🎟️ Get your tickets NOW. https://chicagorumfest.com/

🥃🇪🇨 Zhumir — The Spirit of Ecuador Arrives in Chicago!From the valleys of Ecuador to the Windy City, Zhumir lands in Ch...
04/24/2026

🥃🇪🇨 Zhumir — The Spirit of Ecuador Arrives in Chicago!

From the valleys of Ecuador to the Windy City, Zhumir lands in Chicago with rums that beat with history, wood, and cane. Young and extra‑aged expressions born in the Cava Zhumir, crafted to be enjoyed with intention, pride, and soul.

Their pure white cane aguardiente —a true symbol of Ecuadorian culture— also takes the stage, ready to win over new glasses and new palates.

This April 25 at Chicago Rum Fest, come taste their rums, feel their expressions, and discover why Zhumir is a national icon of Ecuador.

Heart, tradition, and character… all poured into your glass.

Get your tickets NOW! https://chicagorumfest.com/

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