Cozumel Rum and Gin Tasting, Cocktail Making and Lunch

About this experience

Cozumel may be famous for its beaches, but some of its best finds are tucked away downtown. Walk beyond the waterfront with your guide, hear stories about island life, and arrive at an unexpected find: Cozumel’s first distillery.

Rum belongs to the stories of the Caribbean—Spanish ships on the horizon, sailors following the trade winds, and pirates who turned the sea into legend.

Inside, house-made rum and gin are crafted steps from the bar where you’ll taste them. Sample each one neat or in cocktail form and discover how ingredients and distillation shape the aromas and flavors in your glass.

Then, watch a bartender turn those spirits into signature cocktails before taking the shaker into your own hands. Balance the flavors, add a final garnish, and enjoy the cocktail you created.

The Caribbean’s old rum stories find a modern chapter here—in a stylish downtown bar, with tacos on the table, rum-infused fried plantain for dessert, and a cocktail in your hand that you mixed yourself.

At a glance

• Duration: 3 hr

Itinerary and highlights

Your three-hour experience begins at Restaurant Palmeras with a short guided walk through downtown to one of the island’s most unexpected finds: Cozumel’s first distillery.

Settle in with a welcome cocktail and appetizer before entering the production area. Your distillery master will explain how the house-made rum and gin are created, from ingredients and distillation techniques to the aromas and flavors in each spirit. Sample them neat or in cocktail form and discover what makes each distinct.

Next head to the bar as a professional bartender prepares signature cocktails and shows how sweetness, acidity, and garnishes come together in the glass. Then it’s your turn. Working in pairs, take the shaker and create a cocktail with guidance from the bartender. Once mixed and garnished, each guest receives a finished drink to enjoy.

Continue with a lunch of three different tacos per person, followed by fried plantain infused with rum for dessert. It’s a relaxed chance to enjoy your cocktails, compare favorites, and take in the atmosphere of this hidden downtown spot.

After lunch, walk back to Restaurant Palmeras with your guide, leaving you downtown to explore or return to your ship.

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Languages and tickets

• English — Guide
• Spanish — Guide
• Mobile Only

Tour operator

• Next Experience Travel

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Cruise Ship Information: Cruise guests must provide the full name of their ship and docking time when booking.
• No Port, No Pay: Receive a full refund if your cruise ship does not call at Cozumel at all.
• Late Arrivals & No-Shows: Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable.
• Weather: This tour operates rain or shine. Please check the forecast and dress appropriately for the weather.
• Alcohol Policy: Guests must be 18 or older to consume alcohol. A valid photo ID may be required.
• Walking Tour: The experience includes a guided walk of approximately 15 minutes each way between Restaurant Palmeras and the distillery. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
• Dietary Requirements: Please provide any food allergies or dietary restrictions when booking so the team can prepare accordingly.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.