Why is mount gay called mount gay

Only fellowship. The process of refining the cane into sugar, then into fermented molasses is more than tradition, it is our most essential ingredient. And the world became introduced to a new name with a pedigree of excellence and craftsmanship. And the flavour of Mount Gay Rum.

Mount Gay Silver: A clear rum made from a blend of pot still and column distilled rums. You too can join us on your own sailing adventure. Mount Gay and our historic landscape was originally owned by John Sober - who inherited a small distillery at the top of Mount Gilboa in the St.

Lucy parish of Barbados, far back in Eventually, the Sober family hired Sir John Gay Alleyne - a fourth generation Barbadian - to usher in a new era for the distillery. Many told stories of reaching the islands of the Caribbean.

Mount Gay and our historic landscape was originally owned by John Sober - who inherited a small distillery at the top of Mount Gilboa in the St. Lucy parish of Barbados, far back in Eventually, the Sober family hired Sir John Gay Alleyne - a fourth generation Barbadian - to usher in a new era for the.

The well that still operates to this day, over years later. Mount Gay make tentative claims to their estate first making rum in but the earliest written evidence is a deed of sale dated 20th February which documents. John Sober purchased the operation in from William Sandiford and appointed a trusted friend, John Gay Alleyne, to manage it.

Mount Gay Eclipse: An aged rum developed in and named for the total solar eclipse and the passage of Halley's comet in Mount Gay’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility reflects its dedication to preserving the island’s natural resources and cultural heritage.

Mount Gay is made on Barbados, a Caribbean coral island that’s a mere 14 miles wide by 21 miles long. His innovations and achievements were so profoundly successful that the Sober family renamed the entire distillery in his honour.

Barbados is often credited for being the first country to make rum and Mount Gay is believed to be the oldest rum brand name. From the founding into the legendary leadership of Sir John Gay Alleyne. InMount Gay partnered with World Sailing to raise the profile and awareness of eSailing around the world.

To this day our unbreakable bond with sailing perseveres. MOUNT GAY. A bit of irony here. Enjoyed at an island-pace by you and friends. A story you can taste in every bottle. Mount Gay’s influence extends beyond rum production. The Mount Gay distillery was originally called the Mount Gilboa Plantation/Distillery.

A bit of irony here. To the digging of our first and only well. And a heralded rum heritage.

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It takes every drop of our heritage - past and present - to make Mount Gay rums. Adored throughout history by famous figures, such as George Washington. Of blinding white sands and waters of emerald and sapphire. Awarded by connoisseurs and critics.

The 18th century was a time of oceanic exploration, discovery and pirateering. Mount Gay. Inseparable are the natural elements of Barbados and Mount Gay Rum. Since day one, the water, cane and airborne yeast have combined to create our rums.

The brand has become a cultural icon, celebrated for its role in shaping the history of rum and its connection to Barbados.