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Tasting Masterclass

Kingston to Lagos: Rum & Botanical Tasting

A guided tasting flight exploring four rare artisanal rums from Jamaica, Barbados, and small-batch cane spirits from West Africa. Each pour is accompanied by chef-paired spiced bites, grilled scotch bonnet shrimp, and house-made coconut drops.

Close-up of four craft artisanal rum tasting glasses arranged on a dark aged timber counter alongside burnt citrus peel, whole star anise, cinnamon quills, and small ceramic dishes of spiced Caribbean bites in a dimly lit lounge in Canterbury.
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Date & EveningThursday, 5 December 2024
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Service Window7:00 PM
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Admission & Allocation£42 per guest
FormatFlight of 4 & Hearth Canapés
DurationApprox. 2.5 Hours
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Curatorial Narrative

Kingston to Lagos: Rum & Botanical Tasting

Five heritage pot-still rums paired with artisanal plantain bites and master distiller history.

location_onThe Canterbury Setting

10C Burgate, Canterbury CT1 2HG

Set within the ground floor hearth lounge, footsteps from the historic Canterbury Cathedral precinct. Stepped low lighting, timber acoustics, and direct view of the charcoal open hearth.

near_me5 mins from Canterbury West Station
accessibleFull step-free lounge accessibility
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