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Tropicana Craft Distilling Group is Tampa's original craft distillery, born from a love of Florida's sunshine, culture, and creative spirit! Every spirit we produce is developed through constant experimentation and iteration until we find the perfect balance of flavors that captures what it means to live and celebrate in the Sunshine State.

Our flagship rum line, 82°W, takes its name from the longitude line that passes directly through Tampa Bay... a reminder that no matter where our spirits take you, they'll always bring you back home to Tampa!

Our spirits embody the spirit of Tampa, from the coastal sunshine to the creative energy of the city, back through our history as a home for renegades and rebels, artists and entrepreneurs, and visionaries from all walks of life.

They pair well with days at the beach, swaying palm trees, a fine cigar, and celebrations for all occasions... or simply no occasion at all.

Changing Tampa's Spirit Culture

We began with a dream-to bring great rum to the city we love. We began experimenting with distilling and testing ingredients at home before Tampa allowed craft distilleries in the city limits. We worked directly with the city to update those zoning regulations, allowing us to open the first craft rum distillery in Tampa.

As the first craft distillery in Tampa's city limits, we worked to build not only a production house, but a central gathering place where the people of Tampa could learn about high-quality spirit production, sample spirits, and enjoy great conversation.