Bold and mature, Crab Island Rum Añejo Tres Años is aged for a full three years in oak barrels at Vieques’s only artisan distillery. This extended maturation yields a beautifully sophisticated expression that showcases the island’s rich rum-making heritage.

Our 3-year-old Crab Island Rum is a mature rum with accentuated notes from the barrel. We began barreling this aged rum in 2022.

By stirring it in a glass cup, you can see how the sugars in the wood take longer to settle to the bottom due to the time it was exposed to the changes in the barrel. The aroma is balanced and is consistent with the effect on the palate. Its dry notes are similar to vanilla and anise.

Añejo Tasting Notes​

• Appearance: Pale lemon color and translucent.
• Aromas: Vanilla, Caramel, Almonds, Nutmeg, Bananas.
• Palate: Caramel, Butter, Pepper, Ginger.

Why It Stands Out

• Flavor Profile
  Pale lemon in hue and crystal-clear, with refined aromas of vanilla, caramel, almonds, nutmeg, and banana. On the palate, enjoy layers of caramel, buttery warmth, peppery spice, and ginger—all balanced by subtle dryness reminiscent of vanilla and anise.
• Heritage & Craftsmanship
  Crafted from sugar cane molasses, fermented and distilled locally on Vieques, then aged in bourbon barrels. This small-batch process ensures authenticity, flavor integrity, and a genuine connection to Puerto Rican tradition.

At a Glance

The Takeaway

Crab Island Rum Añejo Tres Años offers a rare elevation in Puerto Rican rum—a refined, mature spirit ideal for sipping neat or enriching elevated cocktails. It’s perfect for discerning rum lovers seeking both depth and island soul