Types of Rum Offered by Kōloa
We carefully and skillfully handcraft our premium Hawaiian rums from the finest sugarcane and the pure, abundant water sources of Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi. Pristine rainwater from Mount Waiʻaleʻale and nearby mountain peaks and rainforests is captured after filtering through volcanic strata and reaching vast underground aquifers. When combined with “tall cane” sugarcane, Kauaʻi water imparts its own unique taste that perfectly complements Kōloa Rum.
Our truly unique and delicious premium rums include Kauaʻi White, Gold, Dark, Spice, Coconut, Coffee, Cacao and Reserve 12 Barrel Select Aged Hawaiian Rum, as well as ready-to-drink Mai Tai, Rum Punch and Pineapple Passion products. We constantly experiment with seasonal releases in our distillery and collaborate with our neighbors to develop new and exciting offerings.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, 40% ABV/80 Proof.
Kōloa White Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
Crystalline and brilliantly clear with a profound and cloying viscosity on the glass.
Very clean upon the first try leading into subsequent passes across the nose that open up to light pikake, white cotton candy and Meyer Lemon pith with a hint of fresh Kalamansi.
The cloying on the glass translates nicely to an upfront cotton candy and very smooth rich, yet dry, raw sugar finish with hints of marzipan and a dash of dried candied ginger.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, 40% ABV/80 Proof.
Kōloa Gold Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
A vibrant, golden hued rum with a wonderful and surprisingly deep viscosity on the glass. Shimmering, light golden legs run slowly and deliberately down the inside of the glass.
Initially starts off a rich caramel with wafts of butter toffee, light hints of amaretto and freshly roasted macadamia nuts.
This soft, candy-like gold rum presents itself boldly with no pretenses other than being a good-tasting gold rum. The mouth feel is viscous with an upfront caramel blast that finishes with vanilla, light macadamia nut brittle and toasted almond.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, 40% ABV/80 Proof.
Kōloa Dark Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
This dark rum is a genuinely deep chocolate brown that rolls with a cloying viscosity around the glass, developing into thick, slowly rolling light black coffee colored legs.
Kōloa Dark Rum has a robustly vanilla nose that envelopes the perimeter of the glass, upon further and closer whiffs of this aromatic vanilla behemoth subtler notes of dark semi-sweet chocolate, fresh brewed espresso and chocolate cupcakes arrive to round out the olfactory experience.
This vanilla-driven dark rum sings from the nose to the glass exactly. It presents itself with robust flavors of vanilla, dark semi-sweet chocolate and lightly finishes with espresso, all encompassed within a dry, highly flavorful dark rum.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaii, 40% ABV/80 Proof.
Kōloa Coconut Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
Kōloa Kauaʻi Coconut Rum presents itself as a white rum with a hint of Chantilly green opalescence, even and thick viscosity and well-defined, sparkling white legs.
Intense coconut aromatics with light hints of roasted coconut and piña colada undertones.
The initial taste is quizzically dry, probably from the pleasant 80 proof that Kōloa has kept the rum at, which then leads to the wonderful flavor of baby coconut flesh at the front of the palate. The spirit finishes with light toasted coconut, hints of fresh lime zest and the slightest bit of caramelized pineapple.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, 44% ABV/88 Proof.
Kōloa Spice Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
This spice rum is a majestic tawny color with hues of golden rich heather, much lighter in the cloying viscosity than the other expressions of Kōloa Rums, due to the higher ABV at 44%. The legs are thin and evenly expressed around the glass.
Pleasantly balanced light cola, muted cinnamon and cacao notes with subtle scents of baked baklava, honey and freshly chopped walnuts.
This spice rum is dry and crisp on the palate, with upfront spices showing exactly like the nose, the additional flavor of deeply cooked caramel and a light finish of sarsaparilla.
Kōloa Kauai Spice Rum is an adult’s version to the classic, overly sweetened spice rums typically found in this market. We recommend trying it in a classic rum swizzle or enjoy this in your everyday spice rum and coke.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaii, 40% ABV/80 Proof.
Kōloa Cacao Rum is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
Intense chocolate color, with rich deep undertones, resembling fudge.
Delicate floral notes with a balanced nutty, but not overpowering enjoyable cocoa aroma.
The Cacao chocolate-flavored rum is creamy with mocha notes and even with an 80-proof ABV—which is part of what makes this rum so unique—it has a buttery smooth taste, highlighted by subtle notions of spice. The journey comes full circle with the accent of balanced cacao nibs and a pleasant strong coffee finish.
Distilled, blended and bottled by Kōloa Rum Company Kalaheo, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, 34% ABV/68 Proof.
Kōloa Coffee is made from the mash of raw cane sugar, distilled in an impressive vintage 1,210 gallon, steam-powered copper pot still and cut with filtered water from the ancient Mount Waiʻaleʻale.
The Spirit itself is a collaboration between the Kauaʻi Coffee Company and Kōloa Rum Company.
The rum is distilled 2 times at 160 – 180 ABV.
This spirit looks and pours like a rich cup of coffee with a deep brown, opaque hue surrounded by a light mahogany meniscus. Several swirls of this spirit in the glass reveal a hint of real coffee particulate that gather in the slow running amber kissed legs.
Freshly ground and brewed Arabica and Robusto beans with the sweet smell of molasses, rich dark chocolate and undertones kissed with a touch of Lilikoi.
This intensely rich, coffee-flavored rum is slightly lower in ABV, which facilitates the amazingly complex flavors achieved. The initial sip is a highly robust espresso coffee balanced with white cane sugar. The spirit initially presents itself as a well-crafted espresso cocktail. Then, it’s back to a dry finish of light vanilla, hints of chocolate and a wonderful coffee flavor that can only be achieved by a great barista. Second and third sips of this elixir present hints of tropical fruit, hazelnut and stone fruits in the finish. This is a remarkable spirit
Our Kaua‘i Reserve Cask Strength Single-Barrel Hawaiian Rum is artfully distilled and carefully aged in American White Oak Barrels for a minimum of 5 years at our distillery in Kalaheo, Kaua‘i. Each single-barrel batch yields approximately 210 bottles, which are carefully inspected and numbered to ensure quality. The rum is bottled at cask-strength, from 110-124 proof depending on the barrel.
The remarkable flavor, color and aroma of each batch is a reflection of time, temperature and humidity over the aging process.
A deep amber color.
Fragrant notes of cinnamon, orange, roasted almond and charred oak.
The rum is remarkably smooth on the palate with subtle sweetness from the pure sugarcane offering flavors of toasted vanilla, orange zest, brown butter and honey that linger through the long, warm finish.
Kōloa Kaua’i Reserve Cask Strength Single-Barrel Aged Hawaiian Rum
ready-to-drink products from kōloa rum
The Original Kōloa Hawaiian Mai Tai Cocktail
A ready-to-drink cocktail made with premium Kōloa Kaua’i Gold Rum and our authentic Hawaiian Kukui Mai Tai Mix.
The Original Kōloa Hawaiian Rum Punch
Essences of tropical passion fruit, orange, guava puree and pure Hawaiian cane sugar are perfectly blended with our premium Kōloa Kauaʻi White Rum to make this a remarkably light and refreshing cocktail.
The Original Kōloa Hawaiian Pineapple Passion Rum Cocktail
A refreshing cocktail blended with premium Kōloa Kaua’i White Rum, pineapple and passion fruit puree. Truly an endless summer delight.