Craft Your Own Rum: The Casa Barú Experience Casco Viejo
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 10 minutes
Mobile ticket
Step into the shoes of a rum master blender at Casa Barú's exclusive 'Craft Your Own Rum' workshop, an immersive experience in the heart of Panama City's vibrant Casco Viejo. Forget traditional tastings; here, you actively participate and master the art of rumblending.
During this one-hour session, discover the Casa Barú production method, our raw materials and the secrets of distillation. This is not just about tasting; it is about understanding the science and passion behind every drop.
Guided by expert instructors, you will explore different flavor profiles. We talk about the aromatic notes, giving you the freedom to design and mix your own custom rum recipe, perfectly tailored to your palate.
Once your master blend is perfected, bottle it in a 235 ml hip flask or a 700 ml bottle. While you seal your creation, enjoy a complimentary cocktail.
Take home the ultimate souvenir capturing your creative journey: a completely unique bottle of rum that exists nowhere else in the world.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
What To Expect
Join us at Casa Barú for a hands-on rum blending experience. You will learn about pot still distillation, taste 3 of our rum profiles, and use professional lab tools to design your own custom recipe. Enjoy a welcome cocktail of your choice.
Options
El Viajero (Taller + Petaca)
Taller en Espanol Tres perfiles de ron + Coctel Petaca personalizada (235 ml)
The Alchemist (Class + Bottle)
Rum flight & Welcome Cocktail Customized 700 ml bottle
Standard (Class Only)
Rum Flight & Welcome cocktail
Estandar (Solo Taller)
Taller en Espanol Tres perfiles de ron + Coctel
El Alquimista Taller & Botella
Taller en Espanol Tres perfiles de ron + Coctel Botella personalizada (700 ml)
The Traveler (Class + Flask)
Rum flight & Welcome Cocktail Engraved 235 ml Flask
What‘s Included
Guided blending protocol
Rum tasting flight
Welcome Cocktail
Snacks
Meals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
92 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Night to Remember!
ricaras2026,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This rum blending tour was a highlight of our trip. The team at Casa Baru were friendly and welcoming. Our instructor explained the heritage behind the rum brand and thier process for making it. We had such and amazing time blending and connecting with the other attendees. I especially loved the souvenirs that was tailored to each guest and the mojito was top tier! The memories made on this activity/experience will be cherished for a lifetime. Definitely a "MUST DO" while in Panama!
Rum & rum & more rum
861andreaj,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! A nice overview of rums and the process, followed by tastings and then you get to blend and then experiment with your own mixtures. The personalized label is beautiful and I will treat my bottle like a ‘Birken”
Great Birthday
shanicew2013,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Came for my birthday and our host Juan Jose and his wife were great. They were nice and very knowledgeable, they were welcoming and made sure everyone was okay throughout the experience.
Great experience.
josueo636,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I went to Casa Baru for the experience, But left with a long lasting memory in a very welcoming environment. I would definitely recommend the Casa Baru experience to anyone.
I had a great time!!
973jam,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing time at the rum tasting class! Great atmosphere, excellent rum selection, and the instructor made it fun and informative. Definitely recommend for anyone who enjoys rum or wants to learn more about it.
Rum blend
F7723IZjackiea,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very interactive experience! The staff were so friendly and knowledgeable, and leaving with our own engraved flasks was a nice touch.
Best Experience hands down
Adventurer620942,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They were amazing and so sweet! The class was broken down so simple, easy to understand. It was definitely worth the price. I was in town 24 hours and this was my only experience in Panama and I’m glad that I chose this experience. It was a good representation of what Panama has to offer to tourist and the kindness of the locals.
I enjoyed it. The hosts...
Crystal H,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed it. The hosts kept it fun, spoke with knowledge, and had all of us interacting with one another. Plus I got to have my flask engraved. It was a nice experience.
Take the class
kayava l,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The owner instructors were knowledgeable & extremely professional. They spoke in English and made the entire experience fun. I definitely recommend!
Casa Barú Room Blend Class
donyaes,May 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing class. The instructor is very informative and interactive. I loved learning about the history of the rum and creating different blends. I also purchased a customized flask as a cool/unique souvenir. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun class and rum tasting in Panama City. As a bonus you also receive a complementary cocktail as part of the class.
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