A Historic Charleston Foundation Fundraiser
Colonial Cocktails: Rum and Madeira
Tue, Mar 25
|Capt. James Missroon House
Enjoy a Colonial mixology experience with Mount Gay Rum, where you'll learn about Charleston's 17th-century rum trade and its connection to Barbados, while sampling three cocktails and light bites inspired by the era. $55
Time & Location
Mar 25, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Capt. James Missroon House, 40 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA
About the event
In partnership with Mount Gay Rum exclusively for The Charleston Festival 2025, enjoy a sip of Colonial mixology in this immersive experience. Colonial Cocktails delves into Charleston's rich history with rum and Madeira, exploring the deep connections between Charleston and Barbados, two pivotal players in the 17th-century Atlantic trade network. In the early years of Charleston's settlement, rum and Madeira wine were key commodities, with Charleston serving as a central port for the importation of both. Barbados, known for its sugar plantations, was a major producer of rum, which was shipped to Charleston and throughout the colonies, shaping the city’s culture, economy, and social life.
As you sip on expertly crafted cocktails, you’ll learn about the origins of the rum trade, its influence on Charleston’s colonial economy, and the significant role that both Barbados and Charleston played in the transatlantic exchange of goods and culture. The event includes light bites…
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