Exciting News: The 2024 Rum Congress Awards Unveiled in a Grand Collaboration

In a development that has set the Rum industry abuzz, two major players, The Rum Lab and Beverage Testing Institute (BevTest), have come together to launch the highly-anticipated “Rum Congress Awards.” This groundbreaking partnership, presented by BevTest, is poised to redefine the standards of excellence in the world of Rum competitions.

BevTest’s bold move to expand their event portfolio with the Rum Congress Awards is expected to take the competition to new heights. This marks an exciting celebration of the world’s finest Rums, and we’re here to give you the scoop.

Preliminary Rounds in Chicago, Grand Finale in Miami

The competition kicks off with BevTest hosting the preliminary evaluations at their tasting lab in Chicago. With over four decades of expertise, a unique blind tasting methodology, custom software, and a team of industry experts, they will curate a meticulously vetted list of the top 20 Rums. These top three Rums will emerge through a final show panel tasting set to take place in vibrant Miami on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, in conjunction with the Miami Rum Congress.

Key Dates and Deadlines

Calling all Rum producers, distillers, and PR agencies – mark your calendars! The deadline for registration and product submissions is December 1, 2023. Brands looking to showcase their Rum can enter via the provided link. This marks the beginning of a thrilling journey toward Rum greatness. The first round of tastings will occur in Chicago, with the results expected to be finalized by February 1, 2024. The top 20 Rum producers will be notified of their finalist status in the first week of February, setting the stage for the final showdown. Brands can enter their Rum’s via this link.

Unveiling the Best of the Best

The grand finale will take place at the heart of the Miami Rum Congress. BevTest will assemble a panel of distinguished experts to oversee and execute the final evaluations. Their refined taste buds will have the honor of selecting the top three Rums of the competition, crowning the champions. In a prestigious awards ceremony, BevTest and TheRumLab will announce the winners live to those in attendance, with trophies presented to the triumphant Rums.

In summary, prepare for an extraordinary celebration of the diverse world of Rum. The 2024 Rum Congress Awards are poised to be a game-changer, and we’re eagerly awaiting to witness which Rums will rise to the top. Save the dates, and let’s raise a glass to this exciting new chapter in the Rum industry!