2025

TEXAS

RUM FESTIVAL

& GRAND TASTING

March 1st, 2025 | Dallas, TX

2616 COMMERCE ST. / DEEP ELLUM

"Our main goal is to elevate the category of rum through premiumization and #rumeducation."

Federico j. Hernández

Founder - TheRumLab.com

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ABOUT

We are eager to commemorate the 2nd Texas Rum Festival with you in Dallas, TX. Join us at the 2616 COMMERCE ST. EVENT CENTER on March 1st. This event is ideal for rum connoisseurs, casual consumers, and industry professionals eager to explore and learn about rum, with over 30+ distinct award-winning premium rum brands. Indeed, there are around 100 distinct rum expressions available for sampling either NEAT or in a TWISTED DAIQUIRI.

Rum Festival – Grand Tasting: March 1st
DaiquiriMANIA (Twisted Daiquiris & Retro Music): March 1st

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Rums of Puerto Rico

2024 USA TOUR

Come and join us for a great mixology experience with Juan Lastra, who is one of the brand ambassadors for Rums of Puerto Rico and co-owner of Cocktails & Bites (Tales of the Cocktail 2024 nominee). Experience the captivating essence of the Rum Capital of the World. The beautiful island of Puerto Rico is full of history, culture, beautiful people, incredible music, and the most amazing rum. When it comes to rum, we are the land that sets the bar — THE RUM STANDARD.

Day #1

RUM FEST GRAND TASTING

THE GRAND TASTING IS LITERALLY WHAT YOU ARE IMAGINING. Ideal for both rum connoisseurs and casual consumers eager to taste (unlimited), explore, and learn about rum, with over 85 distinct award-winning premium rum brands (200 expressions). Based on your interest in rum, we offer different ticket options. Grand Tasting ticket holders can stay at the event during DaiquiriMANIA.

DATE & TIME

SATURDAY, March 1st, 2025 | 2PM - 7PM

WHERE

2616 COMMERCE ST. EVENT CENTER

AUDIENCE

FROM RUM AFICIONADOS TO NEW CONSUMERS (LOOKING TO TASTE SOME GOOD RUM)

Day #1

COCKTAIL SESSION

DaiquiriMANIA is a new program TheRumLab will be launching in 2025 during the Intro to Rum Session, which will take place during the GRAND TASTING SESSION (5 p.m. and 7pm.). DaiquiriMANIA will be a vibrant celebration of the classic daiquiri cocktail, reimagined with a modern twist and set to the nostalgic beats of retro music. This concept should bring together rum enthusiasts, cocktail lovers, and music aficionados for a night of delicious drinks and unforgettable tunes.

Participating Brands (more to be announced)

Key Partners

seminar schedule

Grand Tasting - March 1, 2025

TO BE ANNOUNCED CLOSER TO THE EVENT

Register and Get Access To..

GRAND TASTING

Taste some of the best rums in the world. From Fiji to Puerto Rico. Check out our VIP Tickets, as they offer great perks.

GREAT SPEAKERS & SEMINARS

Hear and learn directly from master distillers, master blenders, brand owners, marketing managers, and other amazing professionals in the field

NETWORKING

Great opportunity to mingle with other rum aficionados like your self.

Get Tickets

SATURDAY
VIP RUM EXPERT
GRAND TASTING

$95+

SATURDAY
VIP RUM ENTHUSIASTIC

$85+

SATURDAY
INDUSTRY
SESSION

$45+

SATURDAY
INTRO TO RUM
GRAND TASTING

$75+

SATURDAY
DaiquiriMANIA

$45+

Knowledge Box

Learn about TXRF

We have created a simple 101 to RUM page, which will provide you with a basic guide about the category. Additionally, you may require further information about the venue or the process of becoming a sponsor or vendor at the event.

How do I register for this event?

All our tickets are available on EventBrite. We recommend to see the options we offer per day and per session (time slots).

Age and Dress Code

The event is for adults 21+. ID will be required at the entrance. Regarding dress code: It’s Dallas. Dress nice, we call it Ranger Style.

What will I get after register?

You will receive an email from EventBrite with your ticket. Please make sure to see the title of your ticket, as it clarifies what your date and time of entry to the event.

Venue

2616 COMMERCE ST. EVENT CENTER DEEP ELLUM

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