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Pott Rum

ownerHenkell & Co. Sektkellerei KG (Deutschland)
originDeutschland
manufacturedGermany

Pott Rum is one of Germany's most venerable spirits brands, with a history dating back to 1848 when Hans Hinrich Pott founded a distillery in Flensburg. Flensburg was then a significant center for the West Indian rum trade, and the 'Der gute Pott' label eventually became a household name synonymous with quality brown rum in German-speaking markets.

Today, the brand is produced in Germany and maintains its legacy as a premium choice for both direct consumption and traditional German recipes like Feuerzangenbowle. Since 2006, the brand has been part of the Henkell Freixenet portfolio, which is the sparkling wine, wine, and spirits division of the Oetker Group. This ownership ensures that the brand benefits from a robust European distribution network while maintaining its historic identity.

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