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This year London will be “Rumming” from the 9th to the 16th October as London Rum Week is back with events within some of the Capitals best Rum Bars and venues. Culminating with the UK RumFest LIVE on Saturday 14th October (SOLD OUT) & Sunday 14th October.


What do I get for my Premium Tasting ticket to The RumFest?

Entry to the RumFest with Brands exhibiting their premium rums and serving 1cl samples (no drink tokens needed here)

Also includes:

  • The Main Entertainment Stage
  • The Digital Show Brochure
  • Rum Experience Rum Glass
  • Access to masterclasses – subject to availability

What is a Golden Tot Token?

A Golden Tot Token is the event’s currency to help you sample 1cl tots of some of
the world’s most exclusive Rum within show.  These Super Premium bottles will be
advertised in your show brochure so you know which stand/booth you can find them on – as well as being on the website. Tokens can be purchased from the Reception. These Super Premium Rums CANNOT be sampled without exchanging a number of Tokens. Golden Tot Tokens are non-refundable.


When will I receive my online ticket?

E-Tickets are to be validated on the door at The Rum Experience. Please ensure you bring your six figure E-ticket reference number with you. If you have ordered your ticket via the website, you will receive an e-mail confirmation with your reference number. e.g.: (A12BCD).


Can I buy bottles of Rum to take home with me

Yes. Most of the rums sampled at the show will be available to purchase online from on site Rum Shop.


Can I buy rums from the show online?

Yes. Most of the rums sampled at the show will be available to purchase online – more info to come.


Can I enter the RumFest Trade Day?

The RumFest Trade Day & Conference is an invite only trade and press event held on Monday the 16th of October 2023.  Please e-mail us: emma@rumfest.co.uk


When is drinking up time?

Last pours on ALL stands will be 20mins before show closes on both sessions so please leave enough time to use your tokens and purchase any rums from the rum shop.


What is the Rare Rum Tasting ticket?

Most of the seminars at RumFest are free to sign up for (subject to availability) But some will allow you to taste rums or cocktails that are little extra special. These seminars and tastings incur an optional charge. The Rare Tasting Rum seminar will be hosted by Global Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell, where he will guide you through 6 rare and expensive rums for you to sip &; savor, while teaching about their history.


How do I sample/taste the rums?

At the RumFest you are able to sample any of the rums on display without exchanging
tokens. You are here to learn about the different rums from all over the world and the
exhibitors will offer you samples and chat through the history, production styles and
complexities of their product.


Can I bring my children?

The RumFest is an over 18 show with hundreds of people sampling and tasting rums from all over the world. Children in general are not allowed to enter into the festival, but if you have a small child or toddler either being carried or within a push chair or pram, then please email us with the age that they will be at the show and the organizers will decide if they will send you written consent. It is needless to say that children will NOT be allowed to sample any of the rum.

 


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