By bringing together these two rum purists, Equiano is now a 100% natural rum, without spices, additives, or added sugar. All of its rich and deep flavors come from the old bourbon and cognac barrels in which it underwent tropical maturation, making Equiano completely unique.
It is named after Olaudah Equiano, a freedom fighter who found his way to liberation by selling rum. Equiano was one of the first African writers to see his work published, and his fascinating memoirs were instrumental in the passing of the 1807 Transatlantic Slave Trade Act.
The Equiano Rum Co. Foundation is proud to allocate 5% of its profits each year to projects promoting freedom and equality at the local level.
Equiano is the first African and Caribbean rum in the world. This aged rum, which has won several awards, is one of the best rums in the world in the 8-12 year category, having won the gold medal in all major international competitions. Equiano is the result of a collaboration between two distilleries located on two different continents, creating something entirely new for this centuries-old craft. The liquid is a blend of one of Africa's best distilleries, the Gray's distillery in Mauritius, and the world-renowned Bajan distillery, Foursquare.
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