TheRumLab.com is proud to celebrate the 9th Chicago Rum Festival, aka Midwest Rum Fest. The boutique-style event will showcase a handful of brands that emphasize the education and premiumization of the rum category. The rum festival will be at the Logan Square Auditorium (2539 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647).

The USA is considered one of the most important countries for the entire rum industry. Before the American Revolution, rum was the most consumed spirit, and now an awakening is occurring.

The state of Illinois by itself is one of the largest rum consumer markets in the USA.

TheRumLab team is the producer of the Puerto Rico Rum Fest "Taste of Rum", California, the Chicago Rum Festival, and the Miami Rum Congress. All events attract hundreds of people from trade, rum aficionados, tourists, & locals.

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Please see the agenda and ticket options per day.

SATURDAY, April 26st, 2025

VIP RUM EXPERT Sessions | 1:30pm - 7:00pm

Audience: RUM AFICIONADOS & EXPERTS (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 5.5-hour program offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 2.5 hours early admission
• Exclusive tasting cup
• Taste premium rums
• Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.)

Price: Early Bird: $85.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $95.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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INDUSTRY TRADE: Grand Tasting Session | 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Audience: Members of the trade such as F&B, DISTILLERY, BARTENDER, IMPORT, DISTRIBUTION, MARKETING, ETC

Details: Consists of a 1.5-hour program offering industry professionals the opportunity to:

• Network with the brand representative
• Taste premium rums
• Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.)
• Mingle with industry colleagues

Price: Regular Price: $45.00 (limited amount)

Note: Only for members of the trade (bar, restaurant & retail sale of beer/spirits) and beverage media.

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VIP RUM ENTHUSIASTIC: Grand Tasting Session | 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Audience: SPIRITS & RUM ENTHUSIASTIC (Industry professionals & General Consumers)

Details: Consists of a 4-hour program offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 1 hour early admission
• Exclusive tasting cup
• Taste premium rums
• Attend brand seminars (RSVP only as space is limited.)

Price: Regular Price: $85.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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INTRO TO RUM: General Admission Grand Tasting Session | 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Audience: General Consumers interested in learning more about rum

Details: Consists of a 3-hour program offering the attendees the opportunity to:

• 3oz souvenir cup
• Taste premium rums
• Automatic participation to DaiquiriMANIA Hours (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm)

Price: Early Bird: $65.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $75.00 | See DUO “Two Persons” ticket options for savings.

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DaiquiriMANIA | 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Audience: General consumers interested in cocktails and learning more about rum.

What to expect:

DaiquiriMANIA is a new program TheRumLab will be launching in 2025 during the Intro to Rum Session, which will take place during the GRAND TASTING SESSION.

This session will be a vibrant celebration of the classic daiquiri cocktail, reimagined with a modern twist and set to the nostalgic beats of retro music.

The concept should bring together rum enthusiasts, cocktail lovers, and music aficionados for a night of delicious drinks and unforgettable tunes.

Price: Early Bird: $35.00 (limited quantity) | Regular Price: $45.00

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AGES: 21+ ONLY (NO CHILDREN)

NO PETS | NO REFUNDS | ALL SALES FINAL | Management reserves the right of admission.