Bacan Guaro proudly announces the launch of International Aguardiente Day, an annual celebration held every July 12. Positioned just before Colombia’s Independence Day on July 20, this new holiday invites the world to discover and honor aguardiente—Colombia’s beloved national spirit—in all its traditional and modern expressions.
A Modern Revival Led by Bacan Guaro
According to Bacan Guaro Co-Founder Diana Espinosa March, “Guaro is more than a drink—it’s who we are. With Bacan and now International Aguardiente Day, we’re giving our culture a modern platform to be seen and shared.”
Her co-founder Ricardo March adds, “Aguardiente deserves international recognition. This celebration honors its roots and invites the world to experience one of Colombia’s best-kept secrets.”
Today, aguardiente is undergoing a transformation. Once viewed as rustic or regional, it’s finding a new voice. Bacan Guaro is leading this shift by combining quality, innovation, and cultural pride.
What Sets Bacan Guaro Apart
Launched in summer 2024, Bacan is Colombia’s first super-premium aguardiente. Crafted with organic first-press sugarcane, organic star anise, and purified water, it is sugar-free, vegan, and kosher-certified. With expressions at 24% and 29% ABV, Bacan is ideal for sipping, mixing, or toasting.
Thanks to its refined flavor and versatility, Bacan has earned over 25 top international awards. It also appears on cocktail menus at Michelin-starred restaurants.
Celebrate with Bacan Guaro
International Aguardiente Day is a perfect opportunity to:
- Learn about the history and production of aguardiente
- Taste different styles and brands
- Enjoy cocktails made with aguardiente
- Discover the cultural traditions behind this beloved spirit
To mark the occasion, Bacan encourages you to raise a glass with signature serves such as:
- Champaguaro – A sparkling, toast-worthy creation
- Guaro Lychee – A spritz-style cocktail with tropical flair
Whether neat, over ice, or in a cocktail, Bacan Guaro offers an elevated way to experience Colombian tradition, making it the ideal ambassador for aguardiente on the global stage.
A Global Invitation
By establishing International Aguardiente Day, Bacan Guaro extends a warm invitation to all—Colombian or not—to explore a spirit that has long brought people together. In doing so, Bacan celebrates where we come from while inspiring where we’re going.
So this July 12, raise your glass. Join the celebration of culture, connection, and Colombia’s most iconic spirit.
