Bacardi White Rum
Bacardi Carta Blanca is a classic, light-bodied white rum renowned for its smoothness and mixability. It's exceptionally versatile, making it a staple ingredient in countless iconic cocktails.
Bacardi Carta Blanca is the original, flagship rum from the Bacardi brand, first crafted in 1862 in Santiago de Cuba by Don Facundo Bacardí Massó. It is a light and aromatic white rum created through a pioneering process involving charcoal filtration for smoothness and aging in white oak barrels for character, followed by a second charcoal filtration to remove color. This results in a remarkably clean, smooth spirit with subtle notes of vanilla, almond, and tropical fruit, deliberately crafted not to dominate but to blend perfectly in mixed drinks. It's the foundation for legendary cocktails like the Mojito, Daiquiri, and Cuba Libre, embodying the spirit of connection and celebration.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Light and fresh with floral and fruity notes. Hints of vanilla, apricot, subtle almond, citrus zest, and perhaps a touch of coconut or banana.
Palate: Very smooth, clean, and light-bodied. Delicate sweetness with flavors of vanilla, subtle spice, citrus (lime), bamboo, and a touch of almond. Not overly complex, designed for mixing.
Food Pairings
Seafood: Ceviche, grilled fish, shrimp cocktails.
Poultry: Grilled chicken, light chicken salads.
Appetizers: Spring rolls, light dips, fruit platters.
Cuisine: Latin American, Caribbean, light Asian dishes.
Serving Suggestions
Primarily designed for mixing in cocktails.
Can be enjoyed on the rocks (over ice) or with a simple mixer like cola (Cuba Libre), soda water, or tonic water with a lime wedge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Interesting Facts
The Bat Logo: The iconic Bacardi bat logo was suggested by Doña Amalia, the founder's wife, after seeing fruit bats in the rafters of the original distillery. Bats are considered a symbol of good luck and family unity in Cuba.
Pioneering Filtration: Don Facundo Bacardí Massó pioneered charcoal mellowing/filtration for rum, creating a much smoother and lighter spirit than typical rums of the era.
World's Most Awarded Rum: Bacardi often promotes itself as the world's most awarded rum, having won hundreds of medals for quality and taste at international competitions since its inception.
Family Owned: Bacardi remains a family-owned business, one of the largest privately held spirits companies in the world.