Aged a minimum of 2 years in American oak barrels. Gary Nelthropp - master distiller. 1760: The legendary rum of St Croix. In 1760, a sugar mill began crushing cane at the current site of the Cruzan Rum distillery on the island of St Croix. Since the early 1800's, the Nelthropp family has lived on and been an integral part of this legendary island's rich history. Drawing on this heritage, the Nelthropps use only natural ingredients, then carefully distill and age Cruzan Aged Rum. The result is one of the world's best tasting rums. www.cruzanrum.com. 40% alc./vol. Distilled, aged & blended by Cruzan International, St Croix US Virgin Islands. Imported by and bottled for Cruzan International, Ltd., Deerfield, IL USA. Origin of St Croix.