Rum Producers Assist in The Fight Against COVID-19
Caribbean Rum Producers have taken on a special role in many countries, as the supplier of alcohol for sanitation purposes. “Our member producers are reaching out to health ministries and…
50 Years of WIRSPA Presentation
At the Feb. 2020 Miami Rum Congress, WIRSPA presented a session entitled “50 Years of WIRSPA”. It gave attendees a behind the scenes look at the role of WIRSPA in the rum world, focusing on the collaborative efforts of the thirteen member countries to elevate and advocate for Caribbean rum.
Public Statement on Defining Rum Regulation and GIs in WIRSPA Member Countries
WIRSPA’s member organization and producers are aware of online debates in the enthusiast community regarding rum regulations. In particular the development of Geographical Indications in two WIRSPA member countries –…
Rum Industry Thanks Jamaica Rum Icons
Caribbean rum industry leaders who recently met in Jamaica paid tribute to two retiring icons of the Jamaica rum industry: R. Evon Brown, former head of National Rums of Jamaica,…
Second Caribbean Distilling Seminar
October saw the holding of the second Caribbean Distilling Seminar, this time in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The event, which was held for its second consecutive year, from 7th to…
Clement “Jimmy” Lawrence Appointed to WIRSPA Board of Directors
Bridgetown, Barbados - November 4, 2019: The West Indies Rum and Spirits Producers’ Association today announced the appointment of Clement “Jimmy” Lawrence to the Board of Directors of WIRSPA, representing…
WIRSPA Statement on Rum Regulations
Recently there have been social media exchanges concerning the WIRSPA grouping and its role in rum regulation in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The issues set out here - Statement on…
Grenada Prime Minister Lauds Joint UWI – WIRSPA Initiative
Prime Minister of Grenada, Dr. The Right Hon. Keith Mitchell has lauded the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the University of the West Indies Open Campus and…
Rum Producers Announce Major Label Upgrade
Rum producers from around the region met in Barbados this week to discuss how to promote responsible drinking and to reduce the harmful use of alcohol. The harmful use of…
WIRSPA Note on Rules of Origin for Rum
The West Indies Rum and Spirits Producers' Association (WIRSPA) advocates for product-specific rules of origin for rum that recognise the historical and inextricable link between rum and origin – the…