Flor de Caña Inducted into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame for its Leadership in Sustainability

This induction places Flor de Caña among a distinguished global community dedicated to driving meaningful change and fostering a more sustainable future.
REDLANDS, Calif., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Flor de Caña, the world-renowned premium rum brand, is proud to announce its official induction into the prestigious International Green Industry Hall of Fame (IGIHOF), an honor that recognizes the brand's historic commitment to social and environmental stewardship and its pioneering role in advancing sustainable practices within the spirits industry.
The brand's comprehensive approach to sustainability, such as being the world's first Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade certified spirit, distilling its rum with 100% renewable energy and having planted over 1 million trees, has solidified Flor de Caña's position as a leader in the global movement towards environmental and socially responsible practices.
"Flor de Caña's dedication to sustainability and leadership in promoting green practices have set a high standard in our industry. This recognition celebrates not only the brand's achievements but also its unwavering commitment to creating a more sustainable future," acknowledged the IGIHOF.
Flor de Caña's induction into the International Green Industry Hall of Fame marks a significant milestone for this 135-year, family-owned brand, reaffirming its dedication to the well-being of employees, communities and the planet. Flor de Caña is deeply grateful to the IGIHOF for this honor and is committed to continuing its mission of producing rum of exceptional quality while leading efforts with partners around the world to build together a greener future for everyone.
About Flor de CañaFlor de Caña is a premium rum brand and the world's first Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade certified spirit. From an 1890 family estate, it's distilled with 100% renewable energy and naturally aged at the base of an active volcano without sugar or artificial ingredients. The brand is recognized as a global leader in sustainability, receiving distinctions such as "World's Most Sustainable Rum Brand" (USA), "Ethical Award" (UK) and "Sustainable Spirits Producer" (France). www.flordecana.com
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