Rhumerie de Chamarel
Rhumerie de Chamarel is a rum distillery in southwestern Mauritius, situated in a fertile valley about 300 meters above sea level. The facility produces rum from fresh sugarcane juice harvested by hand, which is double-distilled in copper stills and then aged in oak barrels.
The distillery was established after World War II and builds on Mauritius's long rum-making tradition. The building was designed by Mauritian architect Maurice Giraud and combines traditional production methods similar to Cognac making with modern sustainability practices.
The name Chamarel comes from French origins and refers to the region with its natural colored hues. Rum making has been central to local identity for generations, and visitors observe how the distillery maintains traditional methods that connect to broader Mauritian heritage and craft practices.
A visit typically lasts about two hours and can be arranged flexibly to suit your interests. The site is open daily except Sunday, and a restaurant serves local dishes while a shop sells bottled rums and handmade crafts from local artists.
The distillery benefits from a special microclimate in the valley that enhances sugarcane growth and gives the rum its distinctive taste. Limited-edition bottlings like coffee-infused rum and single-barrel releases offer tasting experiences not found elsewhere.
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