The Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience
The Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience
The Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience
4.5
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday
Closed
About
Take a journey back in time and discover the process of crafting exquisite Appleton Estate Jamaica rums, from cane to cup, at the Joy Spence Appleton Estate Rum Experience. We will give you an unforgettable sensory experience where you will see, touch and taste your way through the history of the Appleton Estate and how we produce our world-class rums. The tour will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Appleton Estate Jamaica rums and the warmth and flavour of the heart of Jamaica.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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4.5
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JadaLee007
Kingston, Jamaica35 contributions
Feb 2025 • Solo
My Rum Tour was excellent, At the entrance you are greeted and asked to complete a Jot Form which was easy to do. The ambiance of inside the building was quite tasteful it was so cool and relaxing. While we're waiting for our tour, we were invited to enjoy a refresher at the bar which was quite enjoyable. The history in that building is so vast and explorable.
Our tour guide was Tiffany who made our group experience very entertaining, she has an outgoing personality that connected to create a comfortable atmosphere. Her knowledge in sharing stories/anecdotes which related to the experience was an enhanced experience from the start to finish.
Our tour guide was Tiffany who made our group experience very entertaining, she has an outgoing personality that connected to create a comfortable atmosphere. Her knowledge in sharing stories/anecdotes which related to the experience was an enhanced experience from the start to finish.
Written February 10, 2025
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CruzanHamilton
Cozumel, Mexico211 contributions
Nov 2024 • Business
Today, for the first time after years of visiting Jamaica, I finally did an Appleton Estate Tour and Rum Tasting. Our tour guide, Tiffany was a breath of fresh air. She was professional, funny, down-to-earth and immensely filled with knowledge not only of the rum, estate but entire history. I could have pegged her brain for a day to soak up more of this beautiful estate heart-breaking history and today’s redemption activities. I was even more enthralled to learn Appleton Estate Master Blender Joy Spence is a local Jamaican who lives right in the heart of its city - Kingston.
Additional praises to Kedeah, Gift Shop Attendant for also recommending fill my own bottle purchase. Your sincere help made a difference to end my day perfectly!!!!
Great thanks to Tiffany and Kedeah for giving me a memorable and engaging experience. I look forward to referring everyone that this tour is one worth taking and personally, I have a newfound respect for its rum.
Blessings to you and all the employees who contribute to Appleton Estate!
Additional praises to Kedeah, Gift Shop Attendant for also recommending fill my own bottle purchase. Your sincere help made a difference to end my day perfectly!!!!
Great thanks to Tiffany and Kedeah for giving me a memorable and engaging experience. I look forward to referring everyone that this tour is one worth taking and personally, I have a newfound respect for its rum.
Blessings to you and all the employees who contribute to Appleton Estate!
Written November 16, 2024
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Dear Cruzan,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review of your recent experience with Chukka Caribbean Adventures at our Appleton Estate location. We are delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time with us and that we were able to provide you with a memorable adventure.
Your kind words and positive feedback mean the world to us. We are thrilled to know that our team went above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction and that our tours and activities exceeded your expectations. We strive to deliver exceptional experiences, and it is truly rewarding to hear that we succeeded in doing so.
It was a pleasure serving you, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another amazing adventure in the future.
Best Regards,
Chukka Caribbean Adventures.
Written November 18, 2024
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Staffanley W
1 contribution
Feb 2025 • Couples
This was my second visit to the estate, and unfortunately, I fell ill upon arrival, so I couldn’t complete the tour. However, my partner, who was visiting for the first time, continued the tour. I must give special commendation to Desrine, who provided exceptional care. She not only offered first aid to help me feel better, but also went above and beyond to ensure I was well looked after while on the grounds, allowing me to rest in the sick bay until the tour concluded. Exceptional service is rare in Jamaica, and if more people followed Desrine's example, every customer would have an unforgettable experience.
Written February 9, 2025
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Lori
Red Deer, Canada7 contributions
Jan 2025 • Friends
We hired a private driver to take us to the Appleton estate. The road was incredibly rough! Not only was it rough but it’s very narrow road and winding with lots of potholes. Many places on the road where we had to slow right down from oncoming traffic on our side, trying to dodge the potholes. We were so glad we did not rent a car and drive ourselves. Once we got to Appleton estate, we got a general admission and tasting ticket. It was amazing and I was so glad we did this tour. Our tour guide was extremely informant and very professional, I think her name was Lasia.
We we’re hoping to visit the Falls after the tour but by 3:35 PM we had come too late and they wouldn’t let us in, which was very disappointing. If you plan to do these together start early in the morning.!!
On the way home back to Montego Bay. There were many street vendors selling amazing food. At one place we got some salt and pepper shrimp and cold beer ! Highly recommend.
We we’re hoping to visit the Falls after the tour but by 3:35 PM we had come too late and they wouldn’t let us in, which was very disappointing. If you plan to do these together start early in the morning.!!
On the way home back to Montego Bay. There were many street vendors selling amazing food. At one place we got some salt and pepper shrimp and cold beer ! Highly recommend.
Written January 25, 2025
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Amy J
West Yorkshire, UK10 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
This was my second visit here and enjoyed is as though it was the first time. Although, this time I didn’t take part in the rum tasting, which wasn’t a problem at all, the tour was great and our tour guide Rasia is really knowledgeable and lots of fun. We got to taste sugarcane & molasses that are used to make the rum. There was a brief walk around the distillery too, couldn’t spend long in there as the heat is colossal but nonetheless it was great to see. Definitely recommend! :)
Written May 6, 2024
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Dashanel C
1 contribution
Jan 2025 • Couples
I just want to take a moment to thank the Joy Spence Appleton Rum Estates team, especially Tiffany for the amazing tour! Tiffany's knowledge and passion really made the experience unforgettable from the moment we arrived. I appreciated how she shared interesting stories and insights about the Appleton Estates, the history and the roles it plays, it definitely brought everything to life.
Also, the way Tiffany engaged with everyone made us felt comfortable. I was truly impressived by her customer service and clear communication skills.
I can't wait to recommend my friends and advise them to get Tiffany as thee tour guide!
****10/10 experience****🙌🏽💯🙌🏽
Also, the way Tiffany engaged with everyone made us felt comfortable. I was truly impressived by her customer service and clear communication skills.
I can't wait to recommend my friends and advise them to get Tiffany as thee tour guide!
****10/10 experience****🙌🏽💯🙌🏽
Written January 31, 2025
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Selena P
1 contribution
Mar 2025 • Couples
I took my husband there for his birthday and he absolutely loved it. Our tour guide was Peter and he made the tour so much fun. He's very humorous and knowledgeable. Overall it was a wonderful experience, thanks Peter and Appleton for great experience.
Written March 13, 2025
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Stay53864238303
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Family
Amazing to see the process of a very famous rim being made. The staff was all so friendly and Peter was amazing! There was was plenty to try that was non alcoholic as well so my daughter had a good time. The walking wasn't too much either. Overall a good tour of the appleton estate
Written October 18, 2024
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KimmieJa
Jamaica112 contributions
Mar 2025 • Family
Beautiful property. Spacious welcome area. Staff made us feel at home. Multiple clean bathrooms. Excellent welcome drink. Informative, fun tour and extremely tasty lunch. Worth the drive. Worth every penny! Looking for an excuse to return!
Written March 1, 2025
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Pioneer280774
Antioch, CA10 contributions
Jan 2025 • Couples
Terrible roads from Montego port but a really good tour once we got here. I'd never heard of Appleton Estate Rum. I'm not looking forward to the long ride back to the ship but hopefully I'll fall asleep in the bus.
Written January 28, 2025
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Hi, trying to decide what cash to take. Any idea how much bottle of rum are on average in JMD or GBP & do they take credit cards? Thanks in advance.
Written January 4, 2020
Hi they do take cards. Depends on blend and size of rum. We paid approximately 19 US DOLLARS for quite a large bottle. Seemed reasonably priced as we bought a few items from the shop.
Written January 5, 2020
Can anyone recommend a driver to take a group of up to six from the cruise port in Falmouth to the Appleton Estate? We will be there on December 4.
Written November 24, 2019
Use an authorized tour operator. There will several including but not limited to JUTA Tour and JTL.
Written November 24, 2019
What is the entrance fee when you have your own driver please?
Thanks very much
Karen
Written January 20, 2019
We will be staying in Negril next month and want to tour your estate. What would be the best way for me to travel there? A taxi, or is there a tour. Do you know if I can combine another tour.
Thank you, Fred
Written January 19, 2019
Not sure if there are tours from Negril. Your best bet would be to ask at your hotel or check a local travel agent. You should be able to hire a Juta taxi as they are more reliable. Again check your hotel or a local travel agent and they should be able to help you.
Written January 20, 2019
Can children visit the factory?
Written June 15, 2018
It’s very educational for attentive kids. They also get a chance to taste the cane juice and pure molasses. They can see how rum is made without tasting it. I took my toddler and the tour guide was kind enough to give her some cane to nibble on. (It was great for her teething!)
Written June 16, 2018
I didn’t drink either and they do a tasting of their different rums and the story behind each one which took the longest , for the price and what you see we all thought it wasn’t worth it !
Written April 16, 2018
You were there 2 days ago ?we were told the tour wasn't running now for updating the location.
Written January 12, 2018
When i was there there was one part of the factory where was construction going on. It did not bother the tour. I was there about 2 weeks ago
Written January 13, 2018
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