Miami Rum Congress & Grand Tasting 2026

Join us at the Miami Beach Convention Center on February 6th and 7th.

This event is ideal for rum connoisseurs, casual consumers, and industry professionals eager to explore and learn about rum, with over 85 distinct award-winning premium rum brands. Indeed, there are around 200 distinct rum expressions available for sampling either NEAT or in a TWISTED DAIQUIRI.

The boutique-style event emphasizes the education and premiumization of the rum category.

The Rum Congress, Congreso de Ron, Grand Tasting and DaiquiriMANIA will be at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC). Please click here for venue address & tips. Other events like the Industry Sunday Soiree, will be at other locations.

Did you know that the USA is considered one of the most important countries for the entire rum industry. Before the American Revolution, rum was the most consumed spirit, and now an awakening is occurring. When it comes to Rum, Miami is indeed the most important city in the entire rum industry due to all the global cultural diversity. Right, who doesn’t want to spend some time in Miami. As a matter of fact, Miami-Dade by itself is the largest rum consumer market in the USA. Represents over 2.4M cases of rums sold per year.

Our team has vast knowledge in the rum category. The Rum Lab is the producer of the Spain Rum Fest, Puerto Rico Rum Festival “Taste of Rum”, Dallas, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and the Chicago Rum Festival. All events are attracting hundreds of people from trade, rum aficionados, tourists & locals.

Currently, The Miami Rum Congress will be divided into three days offering different experiences. (More days could be added)

Friday, February 6th – RUM CONGRESS (ENGLISH) - MBCC
Saturday, February 7th – CONGRESO DE RON (ESPAÑOL) - MBCC
Saturday, February 7th – GRAND TASTING - MBCC
Saturday, February 7th – DaiquiriMANIA - MBCC
Sunday, February 8th – INDUSTRY SUNDAY SOIRE - Venue to be announced

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Please see the agenda and ticket options per day.

Venue: ART DECO ROOMS @ Miami Beach Convention Center
Audience: PROFESIONALES IN THE FOLLOWING FIELDS: F&B, DISTILLERY, BARTENDER, IMPORT, DISTRIBUTION, MARKETING, ETC

What to expect:

This will be a series of symposiums, one after the other, starting around 10:00 am until 6:30 pm. (Schedule could change.)
Complimentary Cocktails from GUEST RUM BRAND during breaks.

Price: Early Bird: $65.00 (Limited quantity)| Regular Price: $80.00 (limited quantity) | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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• Saturday offers the opportunity to attend the Grand Tasting events.
• Pours are served NEAT (Straight up – .25oz)

Brief: Saturday offers the opportunity to attend the Grand Tasting events. Four independent sessions are happening on Saturday. Below we will describe each session based on times and market.

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Audience: RUM AFICIONADOS & EXPERTS (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 5.5-hour program (1:30 – 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 2.5-hour early admission with limited amount of people
• Exclusive Souvenir Glass Tasting Cup
• Exclusive VIP Seminars (Limited capacity)
• 1st group to taste all the amazing premium rums
• Automatic participation to DaiquiriMANIA Hours (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
• Automatic subscription to TheRumLab Weekly Industry Newsletter
• 1st group tier to receive the Seminar R.S.V.P. invitation. (Due to limited space, we can’t guarantee seats availability as its 1st come, 1st served.)
• Up to 30% discount in other events TRL organizes during the weekend. Upon request.
• Onetime 20% discount promo code for NobleCane.com. Upon request.

Price: Early Bird: $85.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $95.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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Audience: Members of the trade such as F&B, DISTILLERY, BARTENDER, IMPORT, DISTRIBUTION, MARKETING, ETC

Details: Consists of a 1.5-hour program (2 – 3:30 pm) offering industry professionals the opportunity to:

• Network with the brand representative
• Exclusive Souvenir Acrylic Tasting Cup
• Taste premium rums
• Mingle with industry colleagues

Price: Regular Price: $45.00 (limited amount)
Note: Only For members of the trade (bar, restaurant & retail sale of beer/spirits) and beverage media.

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Audience: SPIRITS & RUM ENTHUSIASTIC (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 4-hour program (3 – 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 1 Hour early admission
• Exclusive Souvenir Glass Tasting Cup
• Exclusive VIP Seminars (Limited capacity)
• 2nd group to taste all the amazing premium rums
• Automatic participation to DaiquiriMANIA Hours (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
• Automatic subscription to TheRumLab Weekly Industry Newsletter
• 2nd group tier to receive the Seminar R.S.V.P. invitation. (Due to limited space, we can’t guarantee seats availability as its 1st come, 1st served.)
• Up to 20% discount in other events TRL organizes during the weekend. Upon request.
• Onetime 15% discount promo code for NobleCane.com. Upon request.

Price: Regular Price: $80.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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Audience: General Consumers interested in learning more about rum

Details: Consists of a 3-hour program (4:00 pm – 7:00 pm) offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 3oz Souvenir Acrylic Tasting Cup
• Taste premium rums
• Automatic participation to DaiquiriMANIA Hours (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)
• Up to 10% discount in other events TRL organizes during the weekend. Upon request.
• Onetime 10% discount promo code for NobleCane.com. Upon request.

Price: Regular Price: $60.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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Venue: ART DECO ROOMS @ Miami Beach Convention Center

Audience: General consumers interested in cocktails and learning more about rum.

What to expect:

DaiquiriMANIA is a new program TheRumLab will be launching in 2025 during the Intro to Rum Session, which will take place buring the GRAND TASTING SESSION (5 p.m. and 7pm.)

This session will be a vibrant celebration of the classic daiquiri cocktail, reimagined with a modern twist and set to the nostalgic beats of retro music.

The concept should bring together rum enthusiasts, cocktail lovers, and music aficionados for a night of delicious drinks and unforgettable tunes.

Price: Early Bird: $35.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $45.00 | See DUO “Two Personas” ticket options for savings.

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Venue: TBA

What to expect:

Sunday offers the opportunity for Industry professionals to chill in the Gramps Getaway Marina Deck while enjoying music, cocktails elaborated by local bartenders, celebrity bartenders, and access to the Bartender competition.

• The event is scheduled to take place from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm.

Price: Regular Price: $30.00 (Limited amount if any available)| See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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AGES: 21+ ONLY (NO CHILDREN)

NO PETS | NO REFUNDS | ALL SALES FINAL | Management reserves the right of admission.

Tickets: After completing your purchase on Eventbrite, you will receive an email confirmation with your attached PDF ticket(s). You MUST print and bring your PDF tickets AND VALID PHOTO IDENTIFICATION to be admitted to the event.

Ticket Transfer Policy: You may gain entry to the event even if your name is not on your ticket ONLY so long as the barcode is scannable. Miami Rum Congress &/or its associates is not responsible if ticket(s) cannot be scanned and the order is under a different name than the person presenting the ticket.

Dress Code: All attendees must have the proper attire to enter the event. Beach clothing like bikinis, bathing suits, etc is not allowed. Management has the full right to deny entry to guests whose dress code could be considered inappropriate. Management will advise guests on alternatives or recommendations to be allowed entry to the event.

Ticket Reminder: To ensure your satisfaction, Miami Rum Congress &/or its associates cannot guarantee tickets purchased from unauthorized third-party resellers (individuals or brokers).

Photo and Video Release: By purchasing a ticket to the event you agree and acknowledge that the Miami Rum Congress &/or its associates plan to take photography and video at the Miami Rum Congress and reproduce them in news, educational, and/or promotional material, whether in print, electronic or other media including Miami Rum Congress &/or its associated websites.

Miami Rum Congress &/or its associates recommends that you purchase tickets directly through MiamiRumCongress.com, eventbrite.com, our authorized partners, and the venue box offices.

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FAQs

1. Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? Yes, a Legal ID. Must be 21 Years or over to attend.
2. I am part of the Trade, and I am buying a Trade Session ticket. Can I stay for other sessions? No. Each session requires its corresponding individual ticket.
3. What are my transport/parking options for getting to the event? Best option: Lyft or Uber. Parking around the hotel is very complicated.
4. For parking options: There is a public parking space near the venue. (Be responsible, don’t drink & drive.) | The Hotel Offers valet, but it’s very limited.
5. Dress code requirements? It’s late spring, so please come relaxed yet ready to go to another venue afterward if you so choose.
6. Which session should I attend? Either session will be great and fun for any type of beverage enthusiast! We can gladly help with further questions, contact us.

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