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Purveyors of Fine Whiskies and Spirits
137 Years of Family Heritage
Bourbon- Rum- Vodka- Absinthe

06/01/2026

Step back in time and experience absinthe the way it was meant to be enjoyed. ✨🍸

Join us at Room 55 inside the iconic Pelican Hotel on Ocean Drive in South Beach for our traditional Death in the Afternoon Absinthe Service. Served in authentic 1800s fashion with the slow drip of ice water, candlelit ambiance, and timeless elegance, it's an invitation to slow down and savor the moment.

Leave the rush outside, settle into a simpler time, and discover why absinthe captivated artists, writers, and dreamers for generations.

📍 Room 55 at The Pelican Hotel
🌿 Death in the Afternoon Absinthe Service
🕯️ Traditional Preparation • Historic Ritual • South Beach Elegance

05/22/2026

Somewhere beneath the black waters of the Caribbean, the old pirates started hearing whispers again…

Not about gold.
Not about war.
About rum.

A Spanish-style spirit so smooth and dangerous that even the dead couldn’t ignore it. They say the sound traveled through the depths of Davy Jones’ Locker itself — tales of a bottle born in Key West under the flag of the Conch Republic. A rum aged with the soul of the old world and the attitude of the outlaw islands.

Now the forgotten captains are crawling back from the deep one by one, salt still clinging to their bones, searching for one last drink before eternity takes them again.

Because legends don’t stay buried forever.

And neither does good rum.

⚓☠️ The Spirit of the Conch Republic
Spanish Style Aged Rum
Key West, Florida

05/06/2026

In a world where authenticity is rare and legends are even rarer, there are still a few people who carry both strength and heart with absolute grace. World Champion Andrew Anderson is one of those people.

A true force in the ring, a master of his craft, and beyond the spotlight — one of the most genuine, loyal, and remarkable human beings you could ever meet. The kind of man who entertains the masses while never losing sight of what truly matters: friendship, loyalty, and the people he loves.

And standing beside him is the beautiful Miss Karen — the star of his world, his reflection of elegance, strength, and love. Together, they carry that timeless kind of energy that can’t be manufactured… the kind that belongs in cinema, in stories, in moments remembered forever.

It’s an honor to call Andrew a friend and to see Smuggler’s Whiskey sitting at the table among greatness, laughter, and unforgettable company.

To champions, true friendship, beautiful souls, and the moments that make life legendary. 🥃

05/02/2026

Grouper season opener in the Florida Keys always brings a certain kind of energy — and Hawks Cay Resort delivered the perfect stage for it 🌊

Grateful to have been part of an incredible event surrounded by great people, great brands, and a community that knows how to show up. Had the chance to spend some time with , whose growth and impact speak for themselves. Building a following of that scale doesn’t happen by accident — it takes vision, consistency, and serious tenacity. Respect to a young entrepreneur who’s carved out his lane and continues to push it forward.

Proud to have Conch Republic Rum in the mix for the day — and even better to have it Qualified Captain approved 🏴‍☠️🥃

Big thank you to for hosting such a well-executed event on an absolutely beautiful property. Looking forward to what’s ahead.

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04/27/2026

The sun hangs low over the Gulf, casting that golden Key West glow across the water as the breeze rolls in soft and steady—salt in the air, time slowing to a crawl. A glass of rum and pineapple sweats in your hand, the ice catching the light, the first sip smooth and easy, like it was meant for this exact moment.

Out here, there’s no rush. No clock ticking. Just the rhythm of the tide coming and going, boats rocking gently in the harbor, and the quiet understanding that wherever you’re supposed to be… can wait.

This is the Keys the way it’s meant to be—unpolished, sun-worn, and perfectly alive. A place where stories drift as easily as the wind, and every drink feels like a small celebration of doing absolutely nothing at all.

Our only schedule is the tides. 🌊🍍🥃

04/26/2026

Long Live the Conch Republic
📸 Larry Blackburn

04/25/2026

LONG LIVE THE CONCH REPUBLIC

04/23/2026

Sun dropping low over the water, sails catching that last golden light, and not a single thing on the agenda… just the rhythm of the tide. Down here, time doesn’t run the show—the ocean does. Kick back, pour a glass, and settle into the kind of freedom you can’t fake. This is the Keys. This is the pace. This is the gold standard. 🌊🥃☀️

04/22/2026

You can taste the difference 😏 😋
The Gold Standard of Rum in the Florida Keys

04/15/2026

🔥 The Rum Rebellion Begins… 🔥
THIS SATURDAY

On Saturday, April 18th, as the Conch Republic celebrates its 44th Annual Independence Celebration, something new rises from the smoke…

⚓ The Official Launch of Conch Republic Rum ⚓

From 3PM – 7PM, the legendary Bali Bar, 325 Duval Street, Key West becomes a scene of firelight, music, revelry, and righteous mischief. Duval Street will be alive—closed down for the fair, packed with action, full of characters, and charged with the wild spirit of the Republic.

Step into the moment:
🥃 Smoked Rum Old Fashioneds drifting through the air
🍬 Each one crowned with a handmade rum ball crafted with Conch Republic Rum
🔥 Smoke curling over the bar, glasses clinking, pirates roaming, and stories being born in real time

And this celebration carries purpose.

We are proud to be benefiting Samuel’s House in Key West during this event with a silent auction, and $10 from every signature drink sold will go to benefit Samuel’s House.

🎶 Soundtrack of the Republic:
Live music by C.W. C**t, the Official Minstrel of the Conch Republic since 1982, bringing the soul of the islands to an unforgettable afternoon.

⚜️ A Moment of Honor:
We will also be recognizing three extraordinary contributors to the Conch Republic:

J.T. Thompson — creator of One Human Family
Cheryl Cates — one of our honorees and former president of Samuel’s House
Peter Anderson — a major contributor to the spirit and story of the Republic

This is more than a launch party.
It is rum with a cause.
It is music with history.
It is a Duval Street afternoon wrapped in smoke, ceremony, celebration, and island legend.

🌴 Rum. Music. Pirates. Mischief.
🌴 A crowded street. A smoky cocktail. A cause worth raising a glass to.

This is where the story of Conch Republic Rum begins—and you will want to say you were there when the first toast was made.

📍 Bali Bar — 325 Duval Street, Key West
🗓 Saturday, April 18th
⏰ 3PM – 7PM

Full schedule of events:
conchrepublic.com

⚓ Come raise a glass for the Republic—and for Samuel’s House.

Address

6404 Front Street
Key West, FL
33040

Telephone

+13055099775

Website

http://keywesttradeco.com/

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