Founded by Kim and Brett, Tropical Vibes is proudly veteran owned and built around a simple idea: tropical can be flavorful, polished, and easy to enjoy.
The Brand Behind the Feeling
People say “tropical vibes” when something just feels good. It might be a place, a song or an afternoon they wish would last a little longer.
For us, it’s that first day of vacation feeling. You’ve arrived, and the best part is still ahead. We wanted to bring a little of that feeling home.
Rum was a natural place to start. Tropical Vibes is an American dark rum aged five years in oak, with layers of fruit and toasted oak balanced by a kiss of sweetness. We wanted a rum that gives you something to savor and a reason to reach for it again.
That first day of vacation feeling. Over ice.
As featured by NPR, How I Built This with Guy Raz, Jacksonville Magazine, ABC, Ponte Vedra Recorder and others.
Recognition & Press
Tropical Vibes has earned recognition for both the rum and the brand behind it.
Our 5-Year Aged Dark Rum received a Silver Medal at the 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the spirits industry’s most respected blind-tasting competitions. It also earned Silver at the 2025 WSWA Wine & Spirits Tasting Competition. The brand has been featured by NPR, How I Built This with Guy Raz, Jacksonville Magazine, ABC, and other media outlets.