Martinique, Reunion Island, and Guadeloupe are emblematic regions of rum production. Thanks to their tourist offers around this drink, these departments of the DOM are the must-see destinations for lovers of spiritourism and rum. Today we offer you a tourist guide to discover the greatest distilleries and the best rum producers in the world. You will also find in this article all the tourist activities and various tastings that these idyllic places can offer you.
"The saga of Rum" of Reunion Island
Instead of competing with each other, the various operators and actors of Reunion Island have joined forces to create "The Saga of Rum", the only museum on the island specializing in rums. Located in the heart of the Isautier distillery, the oldest active family distillery on Reunion Island, this museum offers you a historical, industrial and cultural discovery through a traditional product: rum. You can discover in this museum the process of rum production, the fascinating history of this drink strongly linked to that of Reunion Island and its population. The exhibition is permanent, however the ideal time to visit the museum "The Saga of Rum" is between August and December during the sugar campaign. If you do not have much time, you can also opt for a shorter visit through a synthetic route containing the main highlights of the history of Reunion Rum. At the end of your visit, you can taste different products: agricultural rums, old rums, punches, rums arranged in a space dedicated to tasting. You can also visit the museum shop rich in colors and flavors. You can also go here and discover the best rums of the year. 
"Rum Tourism" of Martinique
Today, Martinique is considered the world cradle of rum. This region produces one of the most famous agricultural rums in the world. It is the only rum to benefit from a controlled designation of origin (AOC). Martinique offers various types of rums: white rum, straw rum, old rum, amber rum or young industrial rum. Tourist tours to visit the island of Martinique usually include a workshop and a rum tasting. Visiting Martinique distilleries is also an essential activity to discover the origins and production process of this national drink, taste the drink or buy it. In this regard, each year, nearly 2/3 of the total number of tourists on the island, or nearly 600,000 tourists visit the many distilleries of Martinique. The twelve distilleries on the island of Martinique are open to visitors throughout the year. However, it is best to visit them during the harvest period between February and June. Thanks to its land and favorable climate, the region of Guadeloupe also known as "the island of beautiful waters" can massively produce rum. This overseas region is renowned for its delicious and very high quality agricultural rums. Guadeloupe has many tourist sites. Among these, the many distilleries of Guadeloupe are essential places to discover the local culture, the history of the rum distilleries of Guadeloupe. When visiting these distilleries, you can taste for free a wide range of rums such as white rum, brown rum, rum aged undergrowth and old rum. These visits to rum factories are also a good opportunity to buy Guadeloupean rum or souvenirs of your trip.
