Kendal’s coconut tree nursery
Deep inside Barbados’ Kendal Farm, a bold initiative is taking root: cultivating coconuts to support sustainable farming for our Planteray Cut & Dry rum. But the project reaches far beyond coconut trees.
Team WIRD
We Make Barbados Rum.
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Our new Master Coppersmith is breathing new life into our collection of dormant historic stills!
At our home in Ars, Cognac a new workshop has opened on the grounds of Chateau de Bonbonnet. Under the keen guidance of our Master Coppersmith, Gaylord Urbain, the space is turning into a workshop of excellent and dedication to finessing the fine art of distillation.
Between Cognac and Barbados, our distillers share their expertise
Knowledge sharing among teams is at the heart of our DNA at Maison Ferrand. These exchanges between worlds of excellence always offer us exceptional moments. This is illustrated by Fannie, Research and Creation Manager in Cognac, and Dario from Stade's West Indies Rum Distillery in Barbados.
Maison Ferrand looks forward to Rhum Fest Paris 2024!
Maison Ferrand will be present at Rhum Fest Paris from 4 to 6 May 2024 with a programme of masterclasses, as well as an exceptional competition to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the fair, with a unique barrel of Barge 166 up for grabs!
Knowledge sharing between the West Indies Rum Distillery and Maison Ferrand
Bringing together and sharing of knowledge between our teams in Barbados and Cognac is part of our core values. We believe that sharing is the key to progress and that pooling our respective experiences can only enhance our capabilities.
Barbados is the official home of one of the oldest rum pot still
Following an exciting restoration project that began in 2022, Barbados is now home to the world's oldest working pot still, the Rockley!
Planteray Cut & Dry Coconut Rum - Our brand new rum has arrived!
Planteray Cut & Dry, our artisanal coconut-infused rum from Barbados, is now available worldwide. Its release also marks the evolution of Plantation Rum's brand identity towards its new name, Planteray Rum!
Celebrating 130 Years of Rum Excellence at the West Indies Rum Distillery!
We recently celebrated an incredible milestone at the West Indies Rum Distillery (WIRD) – our 130th anniversary! - blending history, music, family, art, and the introduction of a special anniversary rum into a memorable event.
West Indies Rum Distillery brings together 50 international and local bartending talents!
Embodying our motto "Together we are better", we invited 50 bartenders to join us for a collaborative exploration of Barbados' rums and cocktails!