Grand Bahamian rum becomes first-ever Bahamian rum distributed in the UK

Bassett's rum launches in London with support from the British and Bahamian High Commissions NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A rum from Grand Bahama has won the race to become the first Bahamian rum ever to be distributed in the UK.  With support from the British High Commission in The Bahamas, Bassett's rum—produced by Bahamas Distilling Company [...]

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Prime Minister participates in Golden Jubilee Flag Relay/National Flag Day Ceremonies in Cat Island, Rum Cay, and San Salvador

It was a whirlwind visit for Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon Philip Davis, who flew into three islands to participate in 'National Flag Day' on June 30, 2023 which coincided with the Golden Jubilee Flag Relay, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Bahamas Independence.

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RITA 2023 Sets Sail with Resounding Success & Support from Mount Gay Rum and Sands Beer

ABACO, THE BAHAMAS - The art of sailing took centre stage as the highly anticipated Regattas in The Abacos (RITA 2023) officially set sail on Sunday the 25th.

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RITA 2023 Sets Sail with Resounding Success & Support from Mount Gay Rum and Sands Beer

The art of sailing took centre stage as the highly anticipated Regattas in The Abacos (RITA 2023) officially set sail on Sunday the 25th. The return of the annual summer regatta has attracted various racing sailing boats to compete in 5 races being staged throughout the Abacos, after a nearly three-year hiatus following the passage of Hurricane Dorian.

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Abaco Regatta Returns with Support from Mount Gay Rum and Sands Beer

For many years, the annual summer regatta has been a hallmark of Abaco, seamlessly combining exciting boat races with the charm and hospitality of the various cays to provide an unforgettable experience for all attendees. The event traditionally includes activities on Great Abaco, Elbow Cay, Guana Cay, and Green Turtle Cay. After a 3-year hiatus, the highly anticipated event, newly dubbed Regatta ...

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A Severe Weather Warning in Effect for Cat Island, Rum Cay, San Salvador, Acklins and Crooked Island

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR CAT ISLAND AND NOW INCLUDES RUM CAY AND SAN SALVADOR. ALONG WITH THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.

A SEVERE WEATHER WATCH IS NOW IN EFFECT FOR ACKLINS AND CROOKED ISLAND, ALONG WITH THEIR ADJACENT WATERS.

THE SEVERE WEATHER WARNING FOR ELEUTHERA AND EXUMA HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED.

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Prime Minister Davis speaks of Infrastructure Developments on Cat Island, San Salvador and Rum Cay

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis noted population changes, as he spoke about various infrastructure developments on Cat Island, San Salvador and Rum Cay.

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NEMA Issues Warning to Residents of Rum Cay, Salvador and Cat Island

NASSAU, The Bahamas - The
National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) National Emergency Operations
Centre is stressing to residents of Rum Cay, San Salvador and Cat Island
the importance of vigilance in hurricane preparedness, as the brunt
force of Hurricane Irene will be affecting their islands. 

Rum Cay is currently experiencing
tropical storm force winds of 39-73 miles an hour and t...

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Hope Town Music And Rum Festival

Tuesday 7th February 2023

Hope Town Music And Rum Festival from February 7th-12th, 2023

RUM BAHAMAS FESTIVAL

Friday 27th February 2015  11:00 AM

When: February 27-March 1, 2015
Where: Fort Charlotte
Time: 11:00am-11:00pm