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Discover our artisanal grogu distillery in Cidade Velha, the historic cradle of Cape Verde, and immerse yourself in the authenticity of a family-run production rooted in Cape Verdean tradition.

Highlights

• Total immersion: from sugar cane cultivation to the final bottling
• A family-run, artisanal production that reflects Cape Verdean expertise.
• Located in Cidade Velha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Description

Enjoy an authentic experience by visiting our family-run grogu distillery in Cidade Velha, the historic cradle of Cape Verde and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in the world of grogu and discover every step of its production, from sugar cane cultivation to the final bottling. You will start with a tour of our sugar cane fields, which are cultivated and harvested by hand using traditional methods. We will explain how the cane juice is extracted, fermented naturally, and then distilled in our artisanal still to produce an exceptional grogu. The tour ends with a tasting of our unique rum, produced with passion and expertise, allowing you to savor its authenticity. You will leave enriched by this immersion in an essential part of Cape Verdean culture and with unforgettable photos et objets perdus of a living tradition. This experience is perfect for those who love authentic discoveries, are curious about culture, or simply want to taste the essence of Cape Verde.

Includes

Guided tour of the distillery and sugar cane fields Explanation of the entire grogu production process Tasting of artisanal white rum included Tasting of sugar cane Tasting of sugar cane juice Lunch at the Cruzeiro restaurant with a typical Cape Verdean dish of the day

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund