Sugarcane Rum Masterclass -15 March 2025

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

More than a rum tasting, this unique Sheraton Masterclass will give you a fascinating insight into the wonders of TNQ Sugar Cane.

Daintree Bar at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sugar Cane Rum Masterclass

More than a rum tasting, this unique Sheraton Masterclass will give you a fascinating insight into the wonders of Tropical North Queensland Sugar Cane and the making of the World’s Best Pot Still Rum (5 +10 years & under), plus much more!

‘Raise a Glass to the Past’ at Daintree Bar is an exclusive Masterclass that pays homage to the cane cutters who arrived in the region over 100 years ago with a promise to work hard and, one day, own land. Today, many generations later, the families are successful farmers and business owners in Tropical North Queensland!During the masterclass you will be tasting rum made by Mount Uncle Distillery, the most awarded distillery in Far North Queensland! Mount Uncle has an unrivalled reputation in producing award-winning products with an emphasis on using local and national Australian ingredients. The distillery is located on an 800-acre property, set amid a banana plantation close to the local sugar mill.Head Distiller and Director, Mark Watkins, will talk you through their process of using sugar cane to create the Mount Uncle FNQ Rum Co range. You will be tasting three different rums including the winner of the Gold Medal for World’s Best Pot Still Rum at the World Rum Awards (2021). Your rum tasting will be accompanied by creatively paired dishes curated by Sheraton’s talented Executive Chef, Belinda Tuckwell.• Platinum Cane Spirit, paired with Kingfish ceviche with grapefruit and mint• Iridium Dark Rum, complimented by Oysters with chili pineapple salsa• Iridium X Aged Rum, accompanied by Truffle and Gruyere sourdough with fig jamThe masterclass will end on a sweet note with a refreshing cocktail and decadent Atherton chocolate dark rum balls.Don't miss out on this unique and memorable experience. Reserve your spot today.

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