The history and tradition that has characterized Ron del Barrilito for the past 139 years can now be known and experienced by the world, thanks to the opening of its Visitor Center. Edmundo B. Fernandez, Inc., recently made available to the public these meticulously designed tourist facilities, joined by a large group of businessmen, government officials, and connoisseurs of the rum industry in Puerto Rico, as per an official release.As per the release, Edmundo B. Fernandez, Inc.’s President Jose R. Colon Diaz said, “The opening of the Visitor Center is an unequivocal expression of the commitment we made to preserve the history of Hacienda Santa Ana in Bayamon and the legacy of quality and dedication behind Ron del Barrilito. This Visitor Center is unique in its class because it is built on the same grounds that Ron del Barrilito was first produced in 1880. We have cared for every detail and spared no effort to preserve the history and the architectural essence of the old structure to showcase it to the world with great pride. As part of these efforts we used reclaimed wood from the original structure to cover the interior of the Center in order to transport visitors to a true and unique experience.”According to the release, Ron del Barrilito’s Master Blender Luis Planas, added, “The new Visitor Center is a monument to the artisanal tradition of the oldest rum in Puerto Rico. Tradition that has survived almost intact, transferring from generation to generation, the deepest secrets of its original recipe and its elaboration process, which was first crafted by Don Pedro Fernandez and perfected by Mother Nature through the aging process, which is much more than what it takes to age traditional rum. I feel great satisfaction in ensuring that the visitors will have a very intimate encounter with the product and will be able to understand why we have been recognized as the world’s finest sipping rum.”The Visitor Center will offer guided tours where participants will learn about the history of the Fernandez family, learn about the process of artisanal elaboration that is still in use today; they will be able to taste the offerings of Ron del Barrilito as well as prepare their favorite cocktails using, of course, Ron del Barrilito. The facilities also feature a cozy shop where specialty products can be purchased only at Hacienda Santa Ana, as per the release.Click on the slideshow for a sneak peek at the Ron del Barrilito Visitor Center.   https://www.blouinartinfo.com/              Founder: Louise Blouin Read more