Sofia Deleon, Founder and Owner of Tenango Rum, recently announced “Sun’s Out, Rum’s Out,” a roving summer cocktail series, where attendees can revel in the season’s best sips in collaboration with Philly Craft Ice while soaking up the sun on some of Philly’s best patios with pay-as-you-go cocktails, plus meet-and-greet with founder, Deleon.
Upcoming events include:
- Friday, July 26th from 5 – 7pm at Jet Wine Bar (1525 South Street)
- Saturday, August 3rd from 5 – 7pm at La Chinesca (1036 Spring Garden Street)
No two events will have the same menu. Each pop-up will offer tailored cocktails inspired by flavors from Guatemala, including cocoa, banana, coffee, almond, and tropical fruits.
Guatemala City native Sofia Deleon is a visionary in the world of culinary entrepreneurship. Her passion for exceptional flavors and a desire to showcase underrepresented cultures led her on an extraordinary journey, from launching the renowned El Merkury restaurant chain to venturing into the world of rum with Tenango (750ml, 80 proof, $49.99).
Sofia’s story began with a childhood fascination for creating homemade ice cream, which quickly evolved into a successful catering company and pop-up concept. After receiving accolades and a “Best of Philly” award for her fast-casual Central American street food and churro bar, she expanded El Merkury to become a thriving culinary destination with a mission to uplift Guatemalan women artisans.
Now, Sofia is embarking on a new chapter as she unveils Tenango Rum, a labor of love that seamlessly fuses her entrepreneurial spirit with her family’s heritage. Tenango is not just another rum; it is a vessel for cultural celebration, sustainability, and the empowerment of Guatemalan communities.
With Tenango, Sofia aims to redefine the rum landscape, encouraging consumers to discover the art of sipping rum beyond traditional tiki drinks. By crafting an authentically produced, high-quality spirit that pays homage to her great-grandmother’s moonshine distillery, Sofia continues the legacy of her family while creating new opportunities for the next generation of Guatemalan women.
Stay tuned as Tenango Rum prepares to take the world by storm, inviting you to join the journey of savoring exceptional flavors, embracing culture, and supporting sustainable livelihoods.
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