Spiritourism: Discover the Rum Heritage of Guadeloupe
Spiritourism: Discover the Rum Heritage of Guadeloupe
Guadeloupe is not just about fine sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. It is also a land of centuries-old traditions where sugar cane dictates the rhythm of history. Today, spiritourism—the art of discovering a region through its spirits—has become an essential experience.
At Habitation Saint Charles, we are committed to helping you discover the excellence of Guadeloupe’s terroir. Our establishment is deeply rooted in this culture, as heirs to Charles Simonnet, a historical figure linked to the island’s rum legacy. It is therefore natural for us to maintain privileged ties with the most prestigious rum houses.
Our Exceptional Partnerships: Excellence Within Reach Thanks to our exclusive partnerships, we offer you total immersion into the secrets of agricultural rum production:
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🥃 Longueteau Distillery (Capesterre-Belle-Eau): A true family institution, Longueteau is the only distillery on the island to be 100% self-sufficient in sugar cane. We admire their single-plot approach, treating rum like a grand cru.
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🥃 Reimonenq Distillery (Sainte-Rose): Famous for its Rum Museum, Reimonenq shines through its technical expertise. Their aged rums are true treasures that we proudly feature in our selection for our guests.
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🥃 Montebello Distillery (Petit-Bourg): Nestled in the valleys of Petit-Bourg, Montebello is renowned for its unique aging process. It is a rum of character, powerful and elegant.
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🥃 Bonne Mère Distillery – DBM (Sainte-Rose): A historical partner in the heart of the Sainte-Rose plain, Bonne Mère is a pillar of the sugar and rum economy, blending tradition with modernity.
One Archipelago, a Thousand Flavors Beyond our direct partners, explore other gems of the archipelago: Bologne and its black cane rum, Damoiseau in Grande-Terre, the iconic Charles Simonnet Rum, or the prestigious Père Labat and Bielle on Marie-Galante island.
Live the Spiritourism Experience at Habitation Saint Charles After a day of tours and tastings, extend the experience at our estate. Enjoy our “Rum Discovery” flight at Table Saint Charles (a selection of 3 rums with sugar, honey, or syrup, and lime) by the pool. Spiritourism is more than a tasting; it’s an encounter with people passionate about their land. We are here to guide you, organize your visits, and share a piece of our family history.