Hurricanes Irma and Maria carved a path of destruction across the northern Caribbean, and the region’s legendary rum companies were not spared.

Bacardi Distillery in Puerto Rico

Bacardi Distillery in Puerto Rico

Bacardi Distillery in Puerto Rico

“We are currently in the process of repairing the hurricane damage to the Cruzan rum distillery and anticipate having it up and running again in the coming weeks. We do not expect any supply disruptions in the marketplace. Most importantly, all of our employees on St. Croix are safe.”
– CLARKSON HINE, CRUZAN’S SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Callwood Distillery, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Tanker Operators in Puerto Rico

“What I can tell you is we are okay, our port terminal is good, and our receiving facilities are working. It’s the lack of power, limited cell phone service, clogged roads, long lines for fuel, the ongoing curfew, etc., that are the most difficult at the moment. Each day, things improve a little bit.”
– AMY FEDERMAN, BACARDI SPOKESPERSON