{"title":"Seychelles: Wine, Rums and Cocktails","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"seychelles-a-rum-tasting-in-a-historic-island-estate","title":"Seychelles: A Rum Tasting in a Historic Island Estate","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSet within the tropical gardens of La Plaine St André on Mahé, we discover the story of Seychellois rum in a place shaped by centuries of island history. Once a plantation estate, the grounds are now home to the island distillery, where local ingredients, Creole traditions and the character of the Seychelles come together in every glass.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Historic Estate on Mahé\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe arrive at a restored estate dating back to the late eighteenth century, surrounded by exotic gardens and traces of its plantation past. Before settling in for our tasting, we can wander through the heritage grounds, where a small museum, historical ruins and a medicinal garden reveal another side of island life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDiscovering Seychellois Rum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt the heart of the experience is a tasting of rums made and matured on Mahé. We discover expressions ranging from the tropical Seychelles collection to more complex aged and spiced rums, learning how local sugar cane, island-grown spices, oak and the tropical climate influence their character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFrom Garden to Glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSome of the most distinctive flavours are closely tied to the islands themselves. Local cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and other botanicals appear throughout the rum-making story, while sugar cane grown on Mahé is used for the distillery's local cane rum. It makes the tasting feel rooted in the landscape rather than simply a collection of spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat Awaits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rum tasting on Mahé\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA historic tropical estate setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA selection of Seychellois and premium rums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to explore the distillery's heritage grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA medicinal garden filled with local herbs and spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMuseum and historical ruins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA relaxed island atmosphere surrounded by tropical greenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeyond the Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe can linger afterwards for a cocktail or something to eat at the estate, or combine the visit with a slower afternoon exploring Mahé's southern coastline and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Invitation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe taste Seychelles through something made on the islands themselves — sugar cane, tropical spice, warm oak and generations of local rum-making tradition, all discovered beneath the greenery of a historic Mahé estate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Slow Diary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55393731445078,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5740\/5014\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep16_2026_10_22_41PM.png?v=1789568810"},{"product_id":"mahe-a-tropical-cocktail-making-afternoon","title":"Mahé: A Tropical Cocktail-Making Afternoon","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWe step into the colourful world of island mixology on Mahé, learning how the flavours of the Seychelles can be brought together in a glass. Guided by expert mixologists, this hands-on masterclass is an easygoing introduction to tropical cocktail making, where we shake, stir and create our own drinks inspired by the islands. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eIsland Flavours in a Glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe experience centres around signature tropical creations inspired by the vibrant flavours of the Seychelles. Rather than simply sitting down for a tasting, we take part in the making ourselves, discovering how different flavours and ingredients come together in a balanced cocktail. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eShake, Stir \u0026amp; Create\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWith guidance from the mixologists, we learn the techniques behind preparing the drinks before making and enjoying our own creations. It is playful and hands-on, but still relaxed enough to feel like part of a slow afternoon on the island. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn Afternoon on Mahé\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe masterclass takes place at Avocet in Anse La Mouche on Mahé. The resort’s current programme schedules the experience in the late afternoon, making it particularly suited to a leisurely pre-dinner moment. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat Awaits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA hands-on cocktail masterclass on Mahé\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuidance from expert mixologists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical cocktails inspired by Seychelles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearning essential shaking, stirring and mixing techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking and enjoying your own cocktail creations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA relaxed island setting in Anse La Mouche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eBeyond the Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe can linger in Anse La Mouche afterwards, letting the afternoon ease naturally into evening. For those interested in the island's drinks culture, the venue also currently hosts tastings centred around local rums, local beers and wines on selected days. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Invitation\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe shake, stir and sip our way through the flavours of the islands — a playful afternoon of tropical ingredients, cool glasses and the easy rhythm of Mahé.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Slow Diary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55431345635670,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5740\/5014\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep19_2026_08_02_49PM.png?v=1789819400"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5740\/5014\/collections\/Seychelles_-_Category_-_Wine_Rums_and_Cocktails.png?v=1792189640","url":"https:\/\/www.theslowdiary.com\/collections\/seychelles-wine-rums-and-cocktails.oembed","provider":"The Slow Diary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}