Join us for a guided Rum & Chocolate Pairing that combines four aged rums, handcrafted bean-to-bar chocolate, and cacao in every stage of its journey. As the sun sets over Puerto Viejo, you'll discover how each rum changes each chocolate—and how chocolate changes the rum in return.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or simply looking for something special to do together, this relaxed tasting is designed to become one of the highlights of your trip.

✔ Around 75 minutes

✔ Starts at 5:30 pm, perfect for sunset

✔ Perfect for couples and celebrations

✔ No previous knowledge of rum or chocolate needed

More Than a Rum Tasting

This isn't about memorising tasting notes or becoming a rum expert.

It's about discovering how paying a little more attention can completely change the way you experience flavour.

Throughout the evening you'll taste four expressions of Botran rum, five handcrafted bean-to-bar chocolates, and cacao as fruit, fermented bean, and roasted bean.

Each is tasted on its own.

Then they're tasted together.

The changes are often surprising.

Guests regularly tell us they arrived thinking they didn't like rum, only to discover a favourite by the end of the evening. Others leave saying they'll never rush another glass again.

By the time you leave, you'll have a new appreciation for both rum and chocolate—and a new way of enjoying them long after your vacation is over.

What You'll Experience

During this guided tasting, you'll explore two crafts shaped by time.

Four Expressions of Botran Rum

Rather than comparing different brands, you'll taste four ages from the same celebrated Guatemalan producer:

• Botran 5

• Botran 8

• Botran 15

• Botran 18

Tasting them side by side makes it easy to notice how ageing transforms aroma, texture, and flavour.

Cacao Before It Becomes Chocolate

Chocolate begins long before the bar.

Depending on the season, you'll experience cacao as:

• Fresh or dried cacao fruit

• Fermented cacao beans

• Roasted cacao beans

You'll then taste five handcrafted bean-to-bar chocolates made here at Cacao Huasi, discovering how fermentation, roasting, and chocolate making shape what ends up in your cup and on your palate.

The Pairings

Each rum is tasted individually.

Each chocolate is tasted individually.

Then we bring them together.

Some pairings enhance sweetness. Others reveal fruit, spice, or floral notes you might never have noticed on their own.

When we ask guests which pairing surprised them the most, there is almost never a unanimous favourite.

Every palate discovers something different.

That's one of the best parts of the evening.

Why Taste at Cacao Huasi?

There's something special about tasting chocolate where cacao grows.

Every chocolate you'll enjoy is handcrafted bean-to-bar by our team using carefully selected cacao.

Because we work with cacao every day, this experience goes beyond simply serving samples. We'll share the stories behind the rum, the chocolate, and the craft that brings them together, while leaving plenty of room for your own discoveries.

Our goal isn't to tell you what you should taste.

It's to help you notice more for yourself.

Perfect for Couples, Celebrations & Curious Travelers

Many of our guests join us while celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, or simply enjoying a memorable evening together in Puerto Viejo.

Others are travellers looking for an experience that's more personal than another cocktail bar and more memorable than another dinner reservation.

Whether you're already a rum enthusiast or simply curious to try something new, you'll feel right at home.

Make an Evening of It

Our Rum & Chocolate Pairing begins at 5:30 pm, perfectly timed to enjoy the sunset from our upstairs deck during the tasting.

Many guests choose to continue the evening with dinner at Cacao Huasi. If you'd like to enjoy a meal before or after your tasting, simply let us know when you book and we'll reserve a table for you.

Our menu celebrates local ingredients and Caribbean flavours, with vegetarian and vegan options available. You can explore our menu here on the website before your visit.

Several evenings a week, live music begins around 6:30 pm, making it easy to turn your tasting into a complete Puerto Viejo evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know anything about rum?

Not at all. Most guests are complete beginners. We'll guide you through the tasting step by step.

What if I don't usually drink rum?

Many guests arrive saying they aren't sure they like rum. Tasting slowly, alongside chocolate, often changes the way they experience it.

Is this experience suitable for couples?

Absolutely. It's one of our most popular experiences for couples celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, or simply enjoying an evening together.

How long does the experience last?

Around 75 minutes.

Is the chocolate made at Cacao Huasi?

Yes. Every chocolate you'll taste is handcrafted bean-to-bar in our workshop.

Can we have dinner as well?

Of course. Just let us know when you book and we'll be happy to reserve a table for you.

What if it rains?

No problem. The experience takes place indoors and is one of our favourite rainy-day activities in Puerto Viejo.

Ready to Discover Rum & Chocolate in a New Way?

Come for the rum.

Stay for the chocolate.

Leave tasting both differently.

Book your Rum & Chocolate Pairing and discover why so many guests describe it as one of the most memorable evenings of their trip to Puerto Viejo.