RON CARÚPANO RESERVA PRIVADA WINS GOLD AT THE RUM & CACHAÇA MASTERS 2026
A Legacy of Excellence Sealed in Gold
Carúpano, Venezuela – 2026 — Ron Carúpano proudly announces that Ron Carúpano Reserva Privada has been awarded a Gold Medal at the Rum & Cachaça Masters 2026, marking the third consecutive year the expression has earned this prestigious recognition.
This remarkable achievement reinforces more than 260 years of heritage, craftsmanship, and unwavering dedication to excellence. Founded in 1762, Ron Carúpano stands among the oldest and most prestigious rum houses in Venezuela, preserving a legacy of precision blending and patient aging that continues to define Venezuelan rum at the highest international level.
Reserva Privada is a masterful blend of rums aged up to 21 years, carefully matured in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels under exceptional tropical conditions. Located just 3.5 kilometers from the Caribbean Sea, our aging warehouses benefit from a privileged microclimate that enhances the interaction between spirit and wood, resulting in remarkable depth, elegance, and complexity.
On the nose, Reserva Privada reveals a pronounced bouquet of macerated red fruits, raisins, and dates, layered with coconut and fresh orange peel. As it evolves, notes of tonka bean, fine wood, dried fruits, cinnamon, and mocha emerge, creating a refined and structured sensory experience. This expression is also one of the most cherished creations of our esteemed female Master Blender, Carmen López de Bastidas, who considers Reserva Privada among her favorite blends for its balance, depth, and distinguished character.
Winning Gold for three consecutive years at the Rum & Cachaça Masters not only celebrates the quality of Reserva Privada but also reaffirms Venezuela’s distinguished place in the global rum landscape. Guided by an extraordinary team of Master Blenders, Ron Carúpano remains committed to honoring tradition while elevating the standards of super-premium rum worldwide.
Ron Carúpano. Exceptionally Crafted.
