Brand
Flor De Caña
Flor de Caña is a Nicaraguan premium rum brand produced and distributed by Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua (CLNSA). The range includes aged rums, special expressions and rum-based liqueurs; the brand is known for its family history and its commitment to sustainable production practices (Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade certifications).
- Chichigalpa · Department of Chinandega · Nicaragua
- Since 1890
- 10 products
The story
The brand's origins date back to the late 19th century: Flor de Caña's story began with the establishment of sugarcane facilities and the first production site in the Chichigalpa area (at the foot of the San Cristóbal volcano). Today production continues under the same family that has developed the company across generations, with Compañía Licorera de Nicaragua (CLNSA) overseeing production and distribution.
Production philosophy
To produce aged rum with an approach that values time, the volcanic terroir and family tradition, while integrating environmental and social sustainability practices. The brand emphasizes natural ageing, environmental responsibility (CO2 compensation, renewable energy, reforestation) and certified labour practices.
Territory
Production and ageing in Chichigalpa, Nicaragua, at the foot of the San Cristóbal volcano; commercial/operational headquarters recognized in Managua.
Awards and recognition
The brand lists international recognitions such as 'Global Rum Producer of the Year' (International Wine & Spirit Competition) and awards in international competitions; it has also been cited as 'World's Best Rum Distillery' in specialist contexts.
Production method
Primarily continuous/column distillation from sugarcane molasses; natural ageing in barrels (mainly ex-bourbon American oak). Some expressions undergo extended maturation with slow-aging techniques and traditional barrel sealing.
Distillation
Continuous/column distillation (typical process for molasses-based rum).
Ageing
Natural ageing in barrels, mainly ex-bourbon American oak, with maturation periods varying by label (e.g. 4, 7, 12, 15, 18, 20+ years).
Characteristics
- Type
- Brand
- City
- Chichigalpa
- Categories
- premium rum
- aged rum
- sustainable rum
- coffee liqueur
- coconut liqueur
- Raw materials
- sugarcane molasses
- Casks and ageing vessels
- ex-bourbon (American oak)
- re-charred barrels / toasted barrels (various types of American oak in the aged expressions)
- Representative products
- Coffee Liqueur Spresso 70cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 12Y 70cl - Centenario / 12 anni
- Rhum Flor De Cana 15Y Eco 70cl - Eco 15 anni
- Rhum Flor De Cana 18Y 100cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 19Y 70cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 20Y 130th Anniversary 70cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 4Y Extra Seco Blanco 37,5% 100cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 4Y Gold 40% 100cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 5Y Anejo Clasico 40% 100cl
- Rhum Flor De Cana 7Y Gran Reserva 40% (70/100cl)
What makes it distinctive
- Historic Nicaraguan brand with production at the foot of the San Cristóbal volcano
- Wide range of aged rums and several lines of liqueurs (e.g. Spresso, Coco)
- Certifications and sustainability programs: Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade (reforestation and renewable energy initiatives)
- Vertically integrated production linked to sugarcane cultivation and family company management