Sometimes the best ideas don’t come from a boardroom—they come from a hammock in the tropics.

While exploring the lush hills of Panama, our founder stumbled upon something unexpected: a tiny jungle distillery quietly crafting some of the richest, most vibrant sugarcane rum he’d ever tasted. No tourist traps, no fancy labels—just raw, sun-soaked flavour and pure craftsmanship.

That discovery set everything in motion.

From Jungle Roots to Canadian Spirit

After a few long conversations (and maybe a few too many rum tastings), we struck a partnership with the Panamanian distillers. A few months later, their barrels began arriving at our Oakville distillery—where we finished, bottled, and brought to life CARGO RUM, the first in our MAVERICK RUM SERIES.

We wanted a rum that delivered premium quality without the premium price tag, so we made it happen. CARGO RUM is officially one of the best-priced premium rums in Ontario—crafted with world-class flavour, bottled locally, and made accessible for every kind of rum lover.

The Taste of Adventure

Smooth yet bold, CARGO RUM captures the energy of the tropics in every sip. Expect bright spice, warm sugarcane, and a finish that lingers just long enough to make you think about packing a suitcase. Whether you’re mixing it in a cocktail or sipping straight, it’s pure adventure in a glass.

Now Boarding: Your Next Rum Adventure

Ready to explore? CARGO RUM is available now at MaverickDirect.ca and at our Oakville Outlet. Grab a bottle, pour a glass, and discover why Ontario’s most adventurous rum is also its best-priced. Because good spirits—and good stories—are meant to be shared.