Mount Gay Rum

About Mount Gay Rum

Mount Gay is one of those names you see on a bar and feel like you already know. This brand has clear Caribbean roots, and its bottles are built to work in simple cocktails as well as neat pours. 

The distillery is based in Barbados, an island long associated with rum production. Mount Gay has refined its approach to fermentation, distillation, and blending, aiming to make rums that reflect the island’s terroir while remaining consistent for global markets. 

Taste a piece of rum history with Mount Gay Rum.

Notable Bottles From Mount Gay Rum

Mount Gay Eclipse

The Eclipse is the everyday bottle and a great first buy. It is light enough for cocktails like the rum and cola or a rum punch, yet it has enough character to be sipped over ice. The bottle shows how a well-made, balanced rum can be versatile and reliable. Start learning the basics of rum with this worth bottle.

Mount Gay Black Barrel Rum

Black Barrel leans into oak influence and a bit more spice. It spends extra time in charred barrels, which brings toasted notes and a fuller mouthfeel without losing the island style. This makes it a good step up when you want more depth in stirred cocktails or neat. It is a useful bridge between mixing rums and aged sipping rums.

Mount Gay XO

The XO is an aged expression meant for slower sipping. The time in cask helps smooth the spirit and add layers of dried fruit, vanilla, and warm spice to it. The XO is best enjoyed neat or with a splash of water to open the aromas. 

Awards and Recognition

Many claim Mount Gay as the rum that invented rum. Its bottles have received worldwide acclaim. Some noteworthy awards include the Gold and Double Gold in the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, as well as a Gold in 2021. It has also been awarded several medals in the 2023 Caribbean Rum Awards. 

Who Mount Gay Rum is For

Mount Gay Rum is perfect for folks who appreciate finely aged, premium rum with a rich history - both newcomers and connoisseurs alike.