The following history is from a document i received from Oliver & Oliver which was published on my previous rum blogs back in 2010. Since its history there is no need to change things. I can only add that they are successfully collecting international rum awards till this day.
The first Sugarcane mill was established in 1516 on la Hispaniola a little bit after Columbus brought the first sugarcane in 1493. In the 17th century this wooden tool became an important part of the sugar production. You can find some antique models in the Museum of Rum, the Brugal warehouse in Puerto Plata or in front of the BEICA offices in Santo Domingo. This piece of wood later became the symbol of rum production!
To properly introduce the rums in Dominican Republic I am going to start with the history of each rum brand. The following text is the official version of Brugal CxA. Enjoy!
Distilled from extracted sugarcane juice or molasses, rum is a strong part of local culture. When Columbus on his second journey to America in 1493 brought sugarcane he didn’t know it will be such a success. We are one of the biggest sugarcane & rum producers in the world.