It’s going to be a great Friday night in The Cellars as we welcome Dan DeHart, founder and master blender of Grander Rum, for an intimate tasting and story-filled evening.
Dan was born and raised in Kentucky bourbon country, with whiskey heritage in his veins and a deep appreciation for craftsmanship. But everything changed when he discovered a rum that could be sipped like whiskey — neat, on the rocks, or in a beautifully built cocktail. That discovery led him on a journey to Panama, where he met legendary Cuban rum maker Don Pancho, who had relocated to establish Las Cabras Distillery.
Their collaboration birthed Grander Rum in 2015 — a line of rums rooted in bourbon discipline, elevated by the tropical elegance of Panama. Or as Dan puts it: “Grander: Panamanian Rum born from Kentucky roots.”
Join us as Dan leads a guided tasting through five distinct expressions, including a special preview of their newest release.
Tasting Lineup:
🥃🌴 Grander White Rum (New Release)
A clean, unaged expression that’s anything but simple. Bright, smooth, and full of character — perfect for sipping or mixing. Notes of cane sweetness, citrus zest, soft florals, and a touch of minerality.
🥃🌴 Grander Toasted Oak
Finished in toasted American oak barrels. Rich and warming, with notes of butterscotch, toasted coconut, and gentle spice.
🥃🌴 Grander 8 Year
Aged in ex-bourbon barrels, offering balanced flavors of tropical fruit, honeycomb, roasted nuts, and dry oak.
🥃🌴 Grander 12 Year
Elegant and deeply layered. Expect dried figs, dark chocolate, cigar box, and a lingering spice-laced finish.
🥃🌴 Grander Cellars Private Barrel (Wheated Whiskey Cask Finish)
Our exclusive single barrel pick. Finished in a wheated bourbon cask, delivering caramel creaminess, toasted oak, and soft fruit undertones.
Come sip with the man behind the bottle — from Kentucky to Panama, this is rum reimagined.
Reserve now — seats will go fast. No refunds due to limited seating.
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