The producers of Clarke’s Court rum has been in operation since 1937. We are the largest and best-known distillery in Grenada. Our factory is situated in the southern part of the island, Woodlands Valley, in the parish of Saint George.

Clarke’s Court rum derived its name from Clarkes Court Bay in Woodlands, which is a few minutes away from the factory.

It is suggested that the name Clarke’s Court originates from two sources.

It is believed that the name “Court” came from Dutch Colonists who came to Grenada in the 1670s and attacked the town, seizing some lands and the Bay in Woodlands, naming it “Court Bay”.

The French later recaptured these properties. From 1763 to around 1801, Gedney Clarke Esq. bought parcels of land from the French, totalling 780 acres, known to us now as Woodlands Estate.

The property bought included Court Bay; hence from these sources today we have the name Clarke’s Court. Further information tells us that Clarke’s Court Bay was known as Watering Bay, a name that came from the Caribs who were very active in this area because of the freshwater springs.

A survey done in 1824 shows another change of hands of the estate to John Ross who had a total of 770 acres, which he used mostly for cultivating sugarcane.

Before the name Clarke’s Court was established, our rums were formerly known as Tradewinds and Red Neck. While in Grenada come to visit the Clarke’s Court Rum Distillery at Grenada Distillers – it is a “must see” for all visitors – we are the island’s best-known and largest distillery, and
one of the most interesting historical sites.

When you arrive, you will be welcomed by one of our friendly and knowledgeable tour guides to explain our history and all the different processes and stages of making our fine rums. Learn of the distilling process from sugar cane, syrup and molasses, to rum, and also the ageing, blending and bottling methods of making rum. On tour, you also have the opportunity to discover old steam engines, some dating as far back as 1886.

The tour of the factory lasts about 15 minutes, after which you will be escorted to our Hospitality Center, to see our unique Barrel Furniture featuring an exciting display of the Clarke’s Court products.

Last but not least, you are invited to sample our award-winning rums at the sample bar. You will be given The new mill in the 1950s The present-day mill recipes on different ways you can mix our rums and truly appreciate the taste of our fine products.

Grenada Distillers Ltd. office and factory hours are 8 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday.

Our Hospitality Centre may be open on weekends and public holidays.

Call us at 1 (473) 444- 5363 for more information on tours.