It is a smooth and silky blend of bundaberg rum, coffee and chocolate. Growers seeking a new market for molasses products established the bundaberg distilling company in 1888 and by 1889, the first batch of bundaberg rum was produced. This event is known as the rum rebellion and it was australias one and only military coup. Bundaberg rum clock x1 bundeberg rum polar bear bottle holder x2 bundeberg rum cut out x2. Rum is a distilled alcoholic drink made by fermenting then distilling sugarcane molasses or sugarcane juice. The distillery will change the recipe and the look of one of australias favourite drinks. Bundaberg rum is a dark rum produced in bundaberg, queensland, australia, by the. Australias bundaberg mutiny spiced rum has a wonderfully illustrated bottle and collateral pieces pd i like the desines on this bottle and its diforent on each side. Food wine travel was a guest of tourism and events queensland, bundaberg north burnett tourism and the bundaberg rum. Bundaberg rum celebrates its 125th with a special anniversary bottle and keeps producing the rum australians know and love. Bundaberg rum pure gold, a 40% gold coloured liquid came in a 750ml decanter style bottle with gift box. Bundaberg the rum diaries by rebecca hagan on 4 november 20 6 min read there arent many australian brands that have enjoyed a 125year history, but this november marks the anniversary of bundaberg distilling company first producing a liquid that, since 1888, has gone on to become an aussie icon and, with overwhelming.
Its a bundy celebration with food, fun, cocktail masterclasses and live music that people come from all over australia travel to attend. It is available in a variety of guises and the bundaberg company even makes its own cola for its premixed cans and bottles. After years of letting other distributors bottle their product, bundaberg brings everything in house. I would like to inform you of our my assignment tutor. It was the brainchild of sam mcmahon, to suggest that bundaberg rum would help ward off the cold of a chilly southern winter. Great for mancave, rare cut out it stand about 6 ft high the small one was used as a dart board. Get the best deal for bundaberg from the largest online selection at. This hard cover book contains 159 pages of pictures and information on the history and creation of bundaberg rum. Bottle no004, the fourth bottle off the production line and first bottle available to the public of the new 10yearold drop, was sold on the online auction site on saturday lunchtime. Bundaberg rum is a dark rum produced in bundaberg, australia, often referred to as bundy bundaberg rum was first produced 1888, production ceased from 1907 to 1914 and from 1936 to 1939 after fires, the second of which caused rum from the factory to spill into the nearby burnett river. We offer a selection of books on rum and history of this liquor. Bundaberg rum 101 limited release ultimate rum guide. There is a sticker on the bottle and in the front center it says.
Bundaberg rum collectable distillery advertising for sale ebay. Oct 02, 2018 bundaberg rum is a wellknown alcoholic beverage in australia. In its early years the company struggled financially, first returning a profit in 1898. Check out bundaberg rum by botany bay singers on amazon music. Bundaberg rum is made in bundaberg, southern queensland, australia, and is something of a cult favourite down under its said this is what coke and weekends were invented for. There are as many styles of antique liquor and spirits bottles as there are the types of liquor to go in them. The first bundaberg rum was distilled in 1889 and the following year it was being sold interstate. Bundy bear bundaberg rum, bundaberg, australian fauna. Hundreds of people waited overnight in pouring rain for a bottle of bundaberg black in december 2010. Bundy bundaberg bear rum set 2 spirit glasses glass metal badge man cave gift.
Discover the history of bundaberg rum bundaberg rum. Chapter 03 the history of the bundaberg distillery bundaberg rum. Bundaberg rum is a wellknown alcoholic beverage in australia. Bundaberg rum by botany bay singers on amazon music. Almost the entire bundaberg rum production was commandeered by the royal australian navy and the royal navy throughout the war, with 1917 proving the highest year of production in the history of the company. At bundaberg rum we believe the australian spirit is something to be proud of. The bond store has also become the regular location for launches of limited editions of the rum. There are woodworking videos woodworking books woodworking websites and woodworking clubs that can all help you get started with woodworking. Find great deals on ebay for bundaberg rum and bundaberg rum bottle. Hundreds of people waited overnight in pouring rain to get their hands on a bottle of bundaberg black in december 2010. Come and see, smell and taste your way through one of the only working distilleries in australia at the bundaberg rum bondstore. The distillate, a clear liquid, is usually aged in oak barrels.
Chapter 05 the history of the bundaberg distillery bundaberg rum. Chapter 05 the history of the bundaberg distillery. Australias bundaberg mutiny spiced rum has a wonderfully illustrated bottle and collateral pieces pd i like. Bundaberg rum 125th anniversary bottle 700ml the launch of bdc 125th anniversary rum represents the pinnacle of all that the bdc has achieved in 125 years and celebrates the distillerys longspanning history of expert craftsmanship, ingenious thinking, determination and collaboration, the company said. Bundaberg rum is a dark rum produced in bundaberg, queensland, australia, by the bundaberg distilling company. The packaging is reasonably good, it is a medium size bottle which is quite distinctive. Skull decanter in bottler skull head by the wine savant, skull bottle skull face enlarges with whiskey, tequila, bourbon scotch or rum great gift for any bar. And considering that the money will go directly to the bundaberg ses team. Bundaberg is a 2 year old australian dark rum spirit drink technically its not a rum as its just a whisker under 37. This hard cover book contains 159 pages of pictures and. It is the original bundy bottle catalogue on the internet. The company is named for bundaberg in queensland where the company was started. Bundaberg overproof rum 700ml australian bundaberg. At bundaberg brewed drinks, we have a long history of creating premium, craftbrewed drinks that dates back generations.
We take many pictures of each item from all angles. Regardless of their shape and size, though, the most collectible bottles are those produced prior to 1919, the year prohibition began. Squished bundaberg rum bottle bundaberg distilling co. Bundaberg rum is available in 1l and 700ml bottles nonmixed or premixed, in 350ml cans and is sold in single serves, 4 packs and 24 pack carton. Enter the lurid world of circus history and tour the wonderous realm of. This company does not produce bundaberg ginger beer in 1961, the company introduced the polar bear as. The same spirit that in 1888 started our story, bringing a couple of mates together to start an ingenious and delicious way to use up excess molasses from sugar production to form the bundaberg distillery company to make rum. Good old sam is responsible for some of bundys most iconic features, from the square bottle to the polar bear that adorns each label and is the brands mascot. Most rums are produced in caribbean and american countries, but also in other sugar producing countries, such as the philippines and india. Bundaberg rum rugby world cup captains john eales bottle. Chapter 04 the history of the bundaberg distillery bundaberg rum. Book the bundaberg rum distillery tour bundaberg rum. Established in 1888, the bundaberg distillery uses molasses from a neighbouring sugar. Jul 23, 2015 this event is known as the rum rebellion and it was australias one and only military coup.
The bundaberg distilling company was formed in 1888 to supplement returns from the local sugar industry and to make use of molasses, a waste product from sugar refining. The bottle and label archive, established 23 september 2012, aims to accurately and correctly preserve the heritage and history of one of australias greatest icons. Bundaberg rum blending experience book now experience oz. The rum is not the only attraction at the distillery, with the big bundy rum bottle attracting dozens everyday. It originated from the bushells coffee chicory bottle that bundaberg residents sold to his. Bundaberg rum is shaking things up and not in a cocktail.
With over 1200 stores across australia, youll always find a way to celebrate with our wide range of beer, wine and spirits. Figural, barrelshape, and engraved bottles are just a few examples of the types of liquor bottles from this era. Bundaberg rum showcase is the home of bdc heritage. Bundaberg rums iconic brand has a deep connection with its queensland roots and its consumers values. Bundaberg is the business centre for a major sugar cane growing area, and is well known for its namesake export, bundaberg rum. They also have a variety of different flavours and different distilling styles to provide variety to its customers. Rum is distilled from fermented molasses or sugar cane juice and then matured in wood for a minimum two years. This site will provide accurate researched information on. Americans bearing cola, polar bears in queensland and a brand new bottle. Over years of experience and history in every drop. To mark the 2000 sydney olympics and recognise the achievements of our athletes and their spirit of mateship, bundaberg rum released this special edition. Bundaberg rum brothers in arms flag bear kangaroo since 1888 54x36 disti. This immersive experience takes visitors on a tour of the bundaberg rum distillery before. The rum corps ruled the colony until 1810 when britain sent over another bloke, lachlan macquarie, to step in as governor and disband the rum corps.
We provide accurate and researched information and images relating to history and heritage of bundaberg rum and the bundaberg distilling company heritage, we have one. Skeleton pirate wine or rum bottle holder by dwk whimsical decorative pirate caribbean or beach themed home or party gifts and decor. Free delivery and returns on ebay plus items for plus members. Rum pirates joker comic books comics bottle movie posters fictional characters drawing cartoons. Bundaberg select vat rum 125th anniversary gift pack 700ml, limited release. The history of bundaberg rum is steeped firmly against the backdrop of a burgeoning australian sugar cane industry bundy website ref in the late 1800s. Queensland business leaders hall of fame bundaberg.
Mcmahon also introduced the distinctive bundaberg rum square bottle, the brick, and three piece label. The great war in 1914 was good and bad for the bundaberg distilling company. If you have an unmarked bottle of this somewhere in your basement, you. After the devastating 20 floods in brisbane bundaberg rum released the special limited edition road to recovery bottle. See more ideas about rum, bundaberg rum and rum bottle. The city is an important tourism gateway for inland national parks and the southern end of the great barrier reef and resort islands. Bundaberg rum 101 limited release age, australia, brand, bundaberg, bundaberg distilling company, country, dark rum, distillery, na no age definition, rum types 0 flares filament.
Explore the history of australias most iconic spirit brand. Jun 06, 2018 keep an eye out for details of the spirit of bundaberg festival to be held in october. Bacardi rum rum rum rum quotes how to make rum rum liquor spirit glasses bundaberg rum kraken rum rum bottle what others are saying these amazing four glasses features a rounded heavy glass bottom, classic bundaberg logo with the words distillery with a black image of the plantation tourism museum house on the base of all four glasses. Rum pirates joker comic books comics bottle movie posters fictional characters. Vintage and antique liquor bottles collectors weekly. Here are some highlights of our journey and successes so far. Blend your own rum at bundaberg rum food wine travel. Its selling price is believed to be the highest ever recorded for a new bottle of bundaberg distilling companyproduced rum. Unfollow old bundaberg rum bottle to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Chapter 03 the history of the bundaberg distillery. Dec 23, 2010 the great war in 1914 was good and bad for the bundaberg distilling company. Mar 03, 2014 bundaberg or bundy as its more popularly known in its native australia is that particular nations most famous spirit drink. Take a road trip to our artisan distillery on the banks of the albert river in. The first batch of bundaberg rum rolls off the production line.
The rum is not the only attraction at the distillery with the big bundy rum bottle attracting dozens everyday. Yet another genius at the distillery decides to mix two of bundabergs most famous products. Rum originates in the west indies however has a long history of production globally, including australia, where it is reported to be the first effective currency in the first settlement. Bundaberg rum showcase is an online reference of bundaberg rum history, bottles and memorabilia. In its early years the company struggled financially, first returning a. Bundaberg rum collectable for sale shop with afterpay ebay. Bundaberg royal rum liqueur was first produced by frangos liqueurs pty ltd in brisbane. Keep an eye out for details of the spirit of bundaberg festival to be held in october. In 1962, the bundaberg distilling company acquired an interest in frangos. In 2010, the bundaberg distilling company was inducted into the queensland business leaders hall of fame. They also clock a record 250,000 fans on facebook, because you can teach this old dog new tricks. Bundie as its called there, is practically a cultural institution and supposedly the most popular rum in australia. Seven fathoms premium rum from the cayman islands small batch hand crafted rum, aged underwater at seven fathoms 42 feet.
The text widget allows you to add text or html to your sidebar. The business end of the bundaberg rum brand is tied up with sam mcmahon, the gifted marketer and brother of future australian pm, william. More to bundy than rum the observer gladstone, australia. P the product and taste profile is virtually identical except for the alcoholic content.