Destilerías Aldea — Attraction in San Andrés y Sauces

Destilerías Aldea, located on the beautiful island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, is a hidden gem in the world of spirits. This distillery has been crafting exceptional rum since 1936, and its commitment to quality and tradition is evident in every bottle.

The volcanic soil and unique climate of La Palma impart a distinct character to the sugarcane grown here, which is the foundation for Aldea's exceptional rums. The flavors and aromas are a testament to the island's terroir, and the distillery's artisanal approach preserves this essence beautifully.

One of the standout products from Destilerías Aldea is their Ron Aldea Añejo, a true masterpiece with a rich, golden hue and a complex profile. It's a harmonious blend of tradition and innovation, with notes of toffee, vanilla, and tropical fruit, all balanced by a gentle smokiness. Sipping this rum is like taking a journey through the flavors of La Palma.

In addition to their exquisite rums, Destilerías Aldea offers a warm and welcoming distillery tour, where visitors can witness the craft and passion that go into each bottle. This distillery is not just a producer of fine spirits; it's a testament to the Canarian spirit and a must-visit for anyone exploring the Canary Islands.

In summary, Destilerías Aldea's rums are a testament to the unique character of La Palma and a delightful addition to the world of spirits. The distillery's commitment to quality and tradition shines through in every sip, making it a true treasure of the...

We first stopped in several years ago on our first trip to La Palma and absolutely fell in love with it! The Ron Aldea distillery has become an unquestionable "most stop" when we are there. The tour is wonderfully educational, both about the history of the distillery, and rum/sugar cane production on the island. It's amazing to see a wood fired still that's actually continuing to distill spirits long after others of the same age are in museums. Besides getting to see the production/distillation process, the tasting room is wonderful as well. Not only do you get a taste of the products, you also learn a lot about the individual spirits and what goes into making them. Our favorite rum is the blanco that has such a wonderfully bold sugar cane smell and taste. There is (sadly) absolutely no availability in the United States, so we always bring home multiple bottles to get us through until our next visit. Stop in- you won't be disappointed. We can't wait until we can...

We had an educational evening tour of the small family run distillery. You have to prebook. Their is a carpark, just down the road opposite with short slope upwards to the entrance. We learnt about everything from the history of it being located here in La Palma, cultivation of sugar canes and the whole process to the bottles appearing for sale. It was very interesting and good to know its still run by the ancestors of original family and that they still use all their original equipment. Lastly, we learnt about the products they produce and had a tasting session. Fruit juices provided for non alcohol drinkers. The shop was well stocked with their produce, souvenirs and local products. Nice clean toilets on site. Their was not many steps on the way round and our group members with mobility issues coped well and their was a few chairs scattered about. It was a good evening and well worth...