California Rum Fest

California Rum Fest California Rum Week is a week-long program promoting the rum industry. The 2018 California Rum Week

Rum companies, Rum Distilleries, Rum Bars, Rum Brands, Rum Ambassadors, throughout greater Chicago join forces to establish a long week program of events.

🌉🔥Thank you to all the speakers who joined us and contributed their expertise to the festival.Your presentations added d...
03/25/2026

🌉🔥Thank you to all the speakers who joined us and contributed their expertise to the festival.

Your presentations added depth, context, and real industry insight — the kind of knowledge that helps the rum community grow with every edition.

Seminars play a crucial role in any Rum Fest. They give attendees the chance to understand the “why” behind the rum: production methods, regional styles, aging techniques, innovation, and the stories that shape each brand. It’s where learning meets experience, and where appreciation becomes understanding.

We look forward to bringing even more education, tastings, and rum culture to the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026.

- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area

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

03/23/2026

Thanks to Rafael Rodríguez, Brand Ambassador for Dos Maderas Rum, for joining us and sharing your perspective on “What strategies are you adopting to position yourself against other spirits?”

Your insights, along with the way you showcased Dos Maderas’ unique identity — its double‑aging process, its blend of Caribbean character with Spanish tradition, and its growing presence in the rum category — added real value to the conversation 🥃✨



We appreciate your contribution and the connection you created with the audience.

See you again soon.

California Rum Fest & Congress 2026
- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

https://californiarumfest.com/

🌉🔥Thank you to all our speakers for sharing your expertise and elevating the experience for everyone who attended. Your ...
03/22/2026

🌉🔥Thank you to all our speakers for sharing your expertise and elevating the experience for everyone who attended. Your knowledge, perspective, and commitment to the craft help shape a deeper understanding of rum — from production and aging to culture, history, and innovation.

Seminars are a key part of every Rum Fest because they give the community something tastings alone can’t offer: context. They connect the dots between what’s in the glass and the people, places, and processes behind it. That’s where appreciation grows and rum culture truly expands.

Join us at the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026, where education, tastings, and craftsmanship come together once again.

September 19–20, 2026
Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area

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

🥃✨Where are all the rum lovers in California?We’re gearing up for another unforgettable celebration, and we can’t wait t...
03/20/2026

🥃✨Where are all the rum lovers in California?

We’re gearing up for another unforgettable celebration, and we can’t wait to see this amazing community come together again. Thank you to everyone who enjoyed our last festival — your passion, your curiosity, and the way you embraced every tasting and seminar made the experience truly special.

Tickets for the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026 are now on sale.

Join us for two days filled with tastings, education, craftsmanship, and the vibrant rum culture that brings us all together.

September 19–20, 2026
Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

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

03/19/2026

🥃 Thank you Mitch Wilson, Global Brand Ambassador for Black Tot Rum , for joining us and sharing your knowledge, perspective, and passion for the category.

Your ability to break down the heritage, blending philosophy, and bold character behind Black Tot Rum gave the audience a deeper appreciation for what makes the brand stand out.

We value the connection you created with the community and the way you showcased the spirit and identity of Black Tot.

See you again soon!

California Rum Fest & Congress 2026:
- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

Your tickets here: https://californiarumfest.com/

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made our last festival truly unforgettable.Your energy, your curiosity, and the ...
03/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made our last festival truly unforgettable.

Your energy, your curiosity, and the way you embraced every tasting, seminar, and brand experience brought the event to life. Seeing the community enjoy the rums, connect with the stories, and celebrate the culture behind each bottle is what inspires us to keep growing this festival 🥃✨

And now the countdown begins.

Tickets for the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026 are officially on sale!

Join us for another year of tastings, education, craftsmanship, and the vibrant rum community that makes this celebration so special.

September 19–20, 2026
Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

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

🥃✨Welcome back Ron Dos Maderas , joining us all the way from Spain.We’re thrilled to have you with us once again after ...
03/16/2026

🥃✨Welcome back Ron Dos Maderas , joining us all the way from Spain.

We’re thrilled to have you with us once again after your participation in our previous edition. The crowd truly enjoyed discovering your exceptional rums — aged between two cultures, the Caribbean and Spain — and learning more about the unique double‑maturation process that gives Dos Maderas its unmistakable depth and character

Your craftsmanship, heritage, and dedication to quality continue to captivate rum lovers around the world, and we’re excited to share your story once again with our community.

Join us at the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026, where tastings, education, and rum culture come together for another unforgettable celebration.

September 19–20, 2026
Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

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

03/14/2026

🥃 Thank you Alexander Kong, Commercial Manager at Worthy Park Estate , for joining us and representing one of Jamaica’s most respected rum producers.

Your presence and the way you showcased Worthy Park’s heritage, traditional pot‑still character, and commitment to quality gave the audience a deeper appreciation for what makes the estate truly stand out.

We value your contribution and the connection you created with the rum community.

See you again soon!

California Rum Fest & Congress 2026:
- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

Welcome back Barbancourt Rhum — and thank you for being part of our previous edition.The crowd truly enjoyed your remar...
03/13/2026

Welcome back Barbancourt Rhum — and thank you for being part of our previous edition.

The crowd truly enjoyed your remarkable rums, connected with your rich heritage, and had the chance to dive deeper into the story behind one of Haiti’s most iconic spirits. Barbancourt’s craftsmanship, tradition, and unmistakable character continue to captivate rum lovers everywhere 🥃✨

We’re thrilled to have you joining us again this year.

Be part of the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026, where tastings, education, and rum culture come together for an unforgettable celebration.

- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

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

02/27/2026

Thanks Vadim Perlovskiy, Brand Ambassador for Angostura, for joining us at Los Angeles Rum Fest 2025!

Your presence, expertise, and passion for showcasing the best of Angostura House brought incredible depth to the experience. From its iconic bitters to its exceptional range of rums, Angostura continues to set the standard for craftsmanship, heritage, and Caribbean excellence 🥃✨



We’re excited for what’s coming next.

Join us at the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026, where tastings, education, and the artistry of rum culture come together once again.

- September 19–20, 2026
- Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

Get your tickets NOW!

Thanks to Kevin and Erin Wright of Striped Lion Distilling for being part of last year’s edition. Your passion for rum,...
02/23/2026

Thanks to Kevin and Erin Wright of Striped Lion Distilling for being part of last year’s edition.

Your passion for rum, your scientific approach to distillation, and the authenticity behind your craft brought something truly special to our community. Striped Lion’s story and dedication continue to inspire rum lovers and makers alike 🦁🥃

We look forward to welcoming you — and all rum enthusiasts — to the California Rum Fest & Congress 2026, where education, tastings, and craftsmanship come together once again.

September 19–20, 2026
Trader Vic’s Emeryville – San Francisco/Bay Area 🌉🔥

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

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