Cartagena: Rum & Chocolate Tasting with Local Bites

Summary

Cartagena flavors collide in rum chocolate tasting with local stories

You’ll taste eight Colombian rums paired with rich local chocolates in Cartagena, guided by storytellers who make every sip memorable. Savor three savory bites from regional cuisine as laughter and pirate tales fill the room. Expect warmth, flavor surprises, and a lingering sense that you’ve traveled through Colombia without ever leaving your chair.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I thought I knew rum. But sitting in Cartagena, watching the condensation bead on my glass while our guide Andrés grinned at my first sip (I coughed—he didn’t judge), I realized Colombian rum is its own thing entirely. The room smelled faintly of cocoa and sea air, and someone at our table tried to pronounce “aguardiente” and failed spectacularly—Andrés just laughed and poured the next round.

We tasted eight kinds of rum, each one paired with a different local chocolate. Some were sharp, some almost buttery. The truffles melted before you could even ask where the cacao came from (Caribbean coast, apparently). There was a moment when the sun hit the bottles just right and everything felt golden for a second. Between sips, we nibbled on these savory little bites—one with plantain that I still think about sometimes. It all went fast but never felt rushed.

What surprised me most wasn’t just how good the rum was (though it was), but how much history came out between pours. Pirate stories, old family distilleries… Andrés had a way of making it all feel alive. By the end, nobody wanted to leave their seat or let go of their last piece of chocolate. I guess that’s Cartagena for you—warmth that lingers long after you’ve finished.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Rum and chocolate tasting experience

• Join rum and chocolate tasting
• Learn rum production and history
• Taste eight Colombian rums
• Sample artisanal Colombian chocolates
• Enjoy three typical savory bites

Top questions

How many rums do you taste during this Cartagena experience?

You’ll sample eight different Colombian rums during the tasting.

Are any food pairings included with the rum & chocolate tasting?

Yes, you get three typical savory bites from local cuisine along with chocolates and truffles.

How long does the Cartagena rum & chocolate tasting last?

The tasting experience lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Is this activity suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers due to alcohol content.

Is there a minimum or maximum group size?

This experience is for groups of at least 2 people and up to 12 people maximum.

Are service animals allowed at this tasting?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the activity.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options close to the venue.

Are infant seats available if needed?

Specialized infant seats are available upon request.

What’s included

Your Cartagena tasting includes eight Colombian rums from different regions and ages, a curated selection of artisanal chocolates and truffles made with Caribbean cocoa, plus three savory local bites—all shared in good company with guidance from local hosts who know their stories as well as their spirits.