True Experience DR by Optima Tours
Welcome and ignite your senses
Rum and Cigar pairing
A well-aged Dominican rum with beautiful sweet and spicy flavours complements the aromas of the well-aged tobaccos in the Dominican Cigar perfectly.
Like best friends, they provide an unforgettable experience.
Cigars
Dominican Repbulic is the largest cigar producers in the world with famous brands all being grown in the Cibao Region. Our fertile soil and tropical climate make for a perfect blend to grow the crop. In Samana we visit the Las Ballenas Cigar House with his highly professional team, producing their own brand cigar.
Rum
The Dominican's rum history is dated from the 1620s. Linked with Samana through Popy Bermudez, who creates the first Distillery in the late 19th century and gave his name to the beach Punta Popy. The quality of dominican rum is known all around the world. Following a strict regulation and rules, the quality of dominican rum is guaranteed. During your visit taste Añejo, Extra Viejo and others aged rums.
Jewel and natural products
At the same place take a look at all the nature products made in Samana by artesans. Coconuts oil, honey, coffe, chocolate and mamajuana. Discover the secrets of the making.
The Dominican jewelry is known through the Larimar and blue amber. Find out the history of these items and check the beauty of the local jewelry.