Raise Your Glass—The Scottish Rum Festival is Back at SWG3
The Scottish Rum Festival returns this autumn, celebrating Scotland’s dynamic rum heritage, at SWG3 in Glasgow’s west end. Discover the nation’s flourishing rum scene, including heritage producers and exciting emerging brands. Whether you’re new to rum or a seasoned connoisseur, this event will have enough rum to keep everyone happy. Keep reading for 15% off your entry ticket.

What’s On Offer
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Attractions: Sample from Scotland’s most innovative rum producers and enjoy “Meet the Maker” tasting experiences.
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Live Experiences: Engage in masterclasses, enjoy curated music and explore tasty offerings from food vendors.
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Included with Tickets:
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Full festival access
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A branded Glencairn tasting glass
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Samples from attending producers
(Masterclasses require a general admission ticket—a booking fee applies. Attendees must be aged 18 and over.) The Scottish Rum Festivaltickets.scottishrumfest.com
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Sessions & Masterclasses
The festival runs two distinct sessions:
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Afternoon Session: 12:00–15:30
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12:30: “The Alchemy of Flavour” with Peter Holland
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14:20: Cocktail Making Masterclass (SOLD OUT)
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Evening Session: 16:30–20:00
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17:00: “Cask Talk: Maturation & Sense of Place” with Peter Holland
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18:50: Cocktail Making Masterclass (SOLD OUT) The Scottish Rum Festivaltickets.scottishrumfest.com
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Venue Details: SWG3, Glasgow (100 Eastvale Place, G3 8QG)
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Security Policy: “No Search, No Entry”—attendees may be asked to participate in a bag inspection.
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Prohibited Items: Plastic, glass, or metal bottles are not permitted inside. Water stations will be available onsite.
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Access by Public Transport: The closest subway station is Kelvinhall, and the nearest train station is Partick—both approximately a 10–15 minute walk away.
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By Car: Metered street parking is available along Eastvale Place and Kelvinhaugh Street, with no charges on Saturdays or Sundays. Accessible and Blue Badge parking may be arranged on-site—email access@swg3.tv or call 0141 337 1731 in advance.
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By Taxi: Local services include Hampden (0141 429 1122), Network (0141 557 1110), Pacific (0141 429 4040), and Glasgow Taxis (0141 429 7070).

Summary in a Nutshell
| Feature | Details |
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| Date & Venue | Saturday, 6 September 2025 at SWG3, Glasgow |
| Who It’s For | Rum enthusiasts—whether you’re a newbie or well versed |
| What’s Included | Entry, branded Glencairn glass, tastings; masterclasses optional |
| When | Afternoon (12:00–15:30) & Evening (16:30–20:00) sessions |
| Highlights | Masterclasses, tastings, live music, food vendors |
| Venue Info | No bottles or glass allowed. Bag search enforced. Water available. |
| Transport | Close to Kelvinhall subway and Partick train station; parking free on weekends; Blue Badge accessible options available; local taxi contacts provided |
| Age Restriction | 18+ only |
Find out more and get tickets from: The Scottish Rum Festival – use promo code SCOTTISHRUM for 15% off your tickets – this can be used on the festival website until 11:59pm on Friday 5th September. See you there!

