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Crab Island Rum Añejo

Crab Island Rum Añejo is a beautifully smooth, artisan-crafted expression born in Vieques island’s first handcrafted small-batch rum distillery. Aged for a minimum of 14 months in oak barrels, it delivers an elegantly refined experience rooted in Caribbean tradition.

Añejo Tasting Notes

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

Why You’ll Love It

  • Flavor Profile
    Radiates a pale lemon hue and offers inviting aromatics of vanilla, caramel, almonds, nutmeg, and banana. On the palate, expect a graceful interplay of caramel, buttery warmth, gentle pepper, and ginger spice.
  • Distillation & Aging
    Crafted from sugar cane molasses and distilled entirely on Vieques, this rum is aged for at least 14 months—resulting in a clean, approachable spirit with surprising depth.
  • Versatility & Cocktails
    Its simplicity and clarity shine in classic rum cocktails—whether stirred in a mojito, blended with fresh fruit juices, or elevated in signature recipes like Jueyito, Daiquiri, or a refined Crab Island Mule.
  • Artisanal Roots & Local Soul
    A true expression of Puerto Rican craftsmanship. Produced from fermentation to bottling right on Vieques Island, Crab Island Rum Añejo embodies a locally sourced, authentic spirit tradition.

At a Glance

Volume750 ml
Alcohol40% ABV (80 proof)
OriginVieques, Puerto Rico
DistillationSmall-batch using molasses
AgingMinimum 14 months in oak barrels
Tasting NotesVanilla, caramel, almonds, nutmeg, banana, butter, pepper, ginger

The Takeaway

Crab Island Rum Añejo captures the spirit of Vieques in every pour—light yet complex, familiar yet distinct. It’s ideal for aficionados seeking a premium rum with character and flexibility—perfect neat, on the rocks, or as the foundation for elegant cocktails.

Rum Recipes

Taste the best cocktails of Crab Island Rum Añejo

Jueyito

  • .5 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 1.5 oz Crab Island Orange
  • 2 oz lemon juice
  • Simple syrup
  • Splash coke

Classic Daiquiri

  • 2 oz Crab Island Rum
  • Simple syrup (sugar)
  • 2 oz lemon juice

Crab Mule

  • 2 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 2 oz lemon juice
  • Splash ginger beer 

Mojito

  • 1.5 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 8 mint leaves
  • 2 lime wedges
  • .75 oz lemon juice
  • Top with club soda

Cafequito

  • 1 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 1 oz Crab Island Coffee
  • 2 oz pre-mixed Coquito (condensed milk, coconut milk, coconut cream, evaporated milk, vanilla and cinnamon)

Parchero

  • 1 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 1 oz Crab Island Orange
  • Pulp of passion fruit
  • ½ lemon juice

Bucutu

  • ½ oz Crab Island Rum
  • 1 oz Crab Island Rum Three Years
  • ½ oz Crab Island Orange
  • ½ oz pineapple rum
  • ½ ounce grenadine

Old Fashioned Rum

  • 2 oz Crab Island Rum
  • .75 oz plain syrup
  • 3 dashes angostura bitters

Crab Punch

  • 1 oz Crab Island Rum
  • 1 oz Crab Island Orange
  • 1 oz guava juice
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • 1 oz passion fruit juice
  • Drinks were very good, atmosphere was impeccable, the staff was very friendly, and the food prices are reasonable, all in all a great experience!

    Thatcher Wallace Avatar Thatcher W.
    August 15, 2025

    El Bucutu = 🫶🏼🤟🏽💪🏽 (si Jorge no llega al aeropuerto, excelente opción)!

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    Ángel Y. Nieves-Negrón Avatar Ángel Y.
    August 10, 2025

    Me encantó el de cafe!!

    Jorge Sermini Avatar Jorge S.
    August 9, 2025

    Try the tasting ! Magnificent

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    L V Avatar L V.
    August 9, 2025
  • Excellent experience. The service was outstanding, with friendly staff knowledgeable about the distillation process. Cozy atmosphere and top-quality products. Highly recommended!

    Rey Feliciano Avatar Rey F.
    August 9, 2025

    Awesome place and awesome service

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    Everlidis Rivera Avatar Everlidis R.
    August 8, 2025

    Very friendly. Drink n food outstanding 😋 👌

    Jacqueline Garcia-Quinones Avatar Jacqueline G.
    August 8, 2025

    Nice vibe. Sweet bartenders. Great service. They are very knowledgeable.

    Liz H Avatar Liz H.
    August 8, 2025
  • El ambiente, la música, la bebida espectacular!!! Me encantaron los expreso martinis!!!

    Aixa Folguera Avatar Aixa F.
    August 2, 2025

    Sitting at the bar at El Bloc as Carlos makes magic in a blender sipping the best piña colada to date!

    Rachel Lederman Avatar Rachel L.
    August 2, 2025

    Such a beautiful place, very caraibic experience! This place makes you feel in peace

    Francesca Borrelli Avatar Francesca B.
    August 2, 2025

    DEFINITELY RECOMMEND GOING FOOD AND RUM IS NEXT LEVEL! FISH TACOS WERE AMAZING!

    Ivan Carrion Avatar Ivan C.
    August 2, 2025
  • 5 estrella

    osvaldo ortolaza Avatar osvaldo o.
    August 2, 2025

    Loving our time on the island. Crab island must go. Rums cocktails and you can see the distillery as well!

    Elianette Betancourt Avatar Elianette B.
    August 2, 2025

    Great place!!! Awesome drinks and ambience!!! Highly recommended!!

    Felix “flxgtn” Gaston Avatar Felix “.
    August 2, 2025

    Brutal! Lo mejor fue el rum flight

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    Michelle Bou Avatar Michelle B.
    August 2, 2025
  • De los mejores rones que he probado!!! Súper recomendado el flight 🥃

    Carlos Rios Avatar Carlos R.
    August 2, 2025

    De maravilla una super opción aquí en el Block o la destilería

    Marcos Vega Avatar Marcos V.
    August 2, 2025

    Voy todos los días a refrescarme, lo recomiendo! Tienen q probar los tragos, bien recomendado,

    Leonardo Cruz Avatar Leonardo C.
    August 2, 2025

    Un lugar estupendo que hay que conocer,muy buen ron

    Robertuni Rober Avatar Robertuni R.
    August 2, 2025
  • Estupendo trato y delicioso sabor :)

    Clara B. V. Avatar Clara B.
    August 2, 2025

    Excelente lugar para la familia. El servicio al cliente es de primera Tienen un amor por la naturaleza y animales extraordinarios. Recomendados

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    Alanis Cruz Avatar Alanis C.
    August 2, 2025

    Great place! Good rum and music!

    Juan Diego Guntín Rivera Avatar Juan D.
    July 26, 2025

    Excelente servicio y Rums

    Yamislenie Oquendo Avatar Yamislenie O.
    July 26, 2025
  • Exelente trató y servicio

    Pedro Santiago Avatar Pedro S.
    July 26, 2025

    Nice little gift shop with many different items available to buy. The coffee rum is a delicious mix with an expresso shot. The offer a variation of simple dishes!

    Sandra Vega Avatar Sandra V.
    July 25, 2025

    Excelent place

    Eric Martinez Avatar Eric M.
    July 25, 2025

    Muy bonito el lugar. Buen precio y buena calidad todo. Definitivamente volvería

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    Grace Lopez Avatar Grace L.
    July 25, 2025
  • Amazing food and drinks. Excellent service. Highly recommend.

    Lourdes Aguayo Avatar Lourdes A.
    July 25, 2025

    Nos trataron con un servicio excelente y el ron de naranja estaba delicioso. Nos tuvimos que llevar una botella.

    Gabriela Torres Avatar Gabriela T.
    July 25, 2025

    Amazing rum and vibes 🤘🦀

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    Neishalyth Pabon Baez Avatar Neishalyth P.
    July 25, 2025

    Excellent 5 years rum ! Loved it with coco ice cubes and mint leave

    Alfredo Villanueva Avatar Alfredo V.
    July 25, 2025
  • Accueil très chaleureux, des personnes très gentilles dans un cadre agréable ! Et surtout du très bon rhum !!

    Gauthier Lanes Avatar Gauthier L.
    July 25, 2025

    Belle distillerie dans une ambiance familiale ! Personnel très accueillant et chaleureux, très bons rhums à découvrir et à emporter en souvenir Belle expérience à vivre à Vieques !

    Melinda Martinez Avatar Melinda M.
    July 25, 2025

    Wow, tremendo local, servicio y el ron sabroso. 10/10👌

    Adrian Zamarra Avatar Adrian Z.
    July 25, 2025

    This is a must visit while on Vieques, amazing bartenders, drinks and atmosphere.

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    D Ball Avatar D B.
    July 24, 2025
  • Excelente lugar, todo delicioso y el personal muy bueno. 100% recomendado.

    Sandra Cabrer Avatar Sandra C.
    July 24, 2025

    Wonderful place

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    CAMILO FONTANEZ-CASANOVA Avatar CAMILO F.
    July 24, 2025

    Lugar precioso, excelente servicio. Overall 20/10

    Eduardo Velez Avatar Eduardo V.
    July 24, 2025

    Excelente servicio y información de calidad

    Liangely Medina Carrero Avatar Liangely M.
    July 23, 2025

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