Rhum Depaz

Rhum Depaz is a rum distillery on volcanic soil near Mount Pelee, producing agricultural rum from fresh sugar cane juice. The estate spans significant grounds that include a 18th-century animal-powered mill and displays of historical distillation equipment throughout the property.

The distillery was founded in 1651 and suffered major damage during the 1902 Mount Pelee eruption, after which Victor Depaz rebuilt it in 1917 at age 31. This reconstruction marked a turning point for the operation and the region.

The production here reflects practices shaped by Martinique's rum regulations and local agricultural heritage that remain visible in how the work happens daily. You notice this tradition in every step, from how cane is processed to how the finished product is presented.

The grounds are accessible on foot and you should allow several hours to explore the entire estate and its exhibits properly. The tropical climate here means bringing appropriate clothing and sun protection will make your visit more comfortable.

Some of the rums are aged for 8 years in oak barrels before receiving additional maturation in former port wine casks, giving them an unusual flavor profile. This double maturation approach is something you rarely see elsewhere.