Premium Rum from Kaua‘i that Offers a Taste of Aloha
Established in 2009, Kōloa Rum is rooted in the same town where Hawai‘i’s commercial sugarcane production originated in 1835. With their first batch distilled and bottled in 2009, Kōloa Rum’s products utilize the bounty of natural resources contained in Kaua‘i, affectionally known as The Garden Isle. As the first licensed distillery on Kaua‘i, each drink packs a historical punch.
Made from locally-farmed pure sugarcane and rainwater straight from Mount Wai‘ale‘ale on the island of Kaua‘i. “Our mission is to create superior Hawaiian rums ready-to-drink cocktails and premium Hawaiian rum canned cocktails,” shared David Honma, Kōloa Rum’s Hawai‘i State Sales Associate.
The process of crafting their rum is tried and true. Using their vintage distiller, they twice distill their rum from pure, collected rainwater from Mount Wai‘ale‘ale, “tall cane” sugarcane from small farms, and various local ingredient such as coffee and chocolate to produce their array of delicious beverages. Some of their products include Spice Rum, Cacao Rum, Reserve Aged Rum, as well as bottle cocktails with flavors like Mai Tai and Rum Punch.
Recently, they launched their canned cocktail lines that offer a bubbly and island inspired selection, great for on-the-go drinks and refreshing on any occasion. Their full beverage lineup and various social medias can be found on their website at www.Kōloarum.com. Check them out to glean a little more insight into what’s brewing at the company.
Kōloa Rum Company’s dedication to their Hawaiian heritage and serving “The Spirit of Aloha” is reflected in the strong connections they have with the local community. Even as a sales associate, Honma’s family legacy has become a part of Kōloa Rum. “My grandpa was a welder for Olokele Sugar Plantation on Kaua‘i. So working for Kōloa Rum is almost my way of continuing that legacy of sugarcane production here in Hawai‘i,” explained Honma.
Sharing his appreciation for his co-workers and the Kōloa Rum Company, Honma remarked that, “today, we’re going on 14 years of distillation. We're extremely grateful for our community and their support. We're always looking to partner with local farmers, but also creating meaningful employment opportunities for those on Kaua‘i and here on O‘ahu.”
Incorporating new flavors, Kōloa Rum has partnered with local vendors such as Kaua‘i Coffee and Lidgate Farms to enhance their already delicious products. “Kaua‘i Coffee is one of the nation’s biggest coffee producers and Lidgate Farms create world-class chocolates. We use those two companies to create two of our beautiful expressions: our coffee rum and our cocoa chocolate flavored rum,” detailed Honma.
It was through Kōloa Rum’s diverse and unique collection of sprits and cocktails that allowed them to survive and thrive during the COVID-19 Pandemic. “We’re very fortunate our business has grown through the pandemic, we’re able to expand distribution. We’re now found in 33 different states and a handful of different countries,” expressed Honma. To match the growing demand for their drinks, Kōloa Rum has started to expand. “We have a new facility, it’s going to be sitting on 18 acres in the original footprints of the original sugar plantation already certified organic,” Honma disclosed. Lending towards their mission, Kōloa Rum’s new facility demonstrates their dedication towards producing premium spirits to be enjoyed by people around the globe as well as a commitment to support their local community and workers.
Steeped in aloha, next time you’re craving some locally crafted Hawaiian rum, or need a refreshing cocktail during a hot day, check out Kōloa Rum for a taste from one of Hawai‘i’s most traditional rum companies. Make sure to stop by their website to find them in a store near you, or stop by 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy on Kaua‘i to see where the magic is made.
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3-2087 Kaumualii Highway Lihue, HI, Kaua‘i, 96766
808-246-8900
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