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Key West Trading Company

Purveyors of Fine Whiskies and Spirits
137 Years of Family Heritage
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06/17/2026

The tide is coming in... and so is the official beer of the Conch Republic.

Picture yourself ankle-deep in crystal-clear water. The sun hanging low over the Keys. Boats anchored around the sandbar. Music drifting across the ocean breeze. Good friends. No schedule. No deadlines.

Just the tide.

That's where Conch Republic Beer belongs.

Crafted for island days, salty adventures, and sunset stories, Conch Republic Beer was built to capture the spirit of the place that refuses to live by anyone else's rules.

Whether you're reaching for a crisp, clean Republic Lager or the tropical taste of Last Mango Wheat Ale, every sip is a reminder that life moves a little slower when you're doing it right.

The Official Beer of the Conch Republic is almost here.

So raise a cold one to freedom, sunshine, and the simple art of enjoying the moment.

Coming Soon To A Sandbar Near You.

🌴🍺⚓☀️

06/14/2026

🚨 OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE CONCH REPUBLIC RUM COMPLAINT DEPARTMENT 🚨

After a thorough investigation, we can confirm that only one person has ever reported not liking Conch Republic Rum.

The matter was immediately reviewed by our Complaint Resolution Team and has since been successfully resolved.

As of today, we are pleased to announce that Conch Republic Rum has returned to a 100% approval rating.*

Thank you for your continued support.

*Statistics may exclude pirates, mutineers, tax collectors, and individuals who make poor life decisions.
🏴‍☠️🥃

06/11/2026

🌊
The breeze drifts through the palms. The water laps gently against the shore. The sun settles low over the horizon, painting the sky in shades of gold and fire.
Out here, life moves a little differently.
No appointments to make. No meetings to rush to. No clocks to punch. Just the sound of the sea, a comfortable chair by the water, and a glass of Conch Republic Rum in hand.
Around here, we don't live by calendars and deadlines. We live by sunsets, sea breezes, and the rhythm of the ocean itself.
Our only schedule is the tides.
Welcome to the Conch Republic.
🏴☀️🥃🌊
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06/08/2026

🐾❤️ KEY WEST, LET'S SHOW UP FOR OUR HEROES ❤️🐾

This Sunday, June 14th from 3pm-6pm, our island community is coming together at Bali Bar to support two of our own — Officer Mike Pettee and Deputy Tiffany Rodda — as they recover from a devastating house fire that destroyed their home and left them hospitalized.

Like so many in Key West, they have spent their careers serving others. Now it's our turn to serve them.

The response from our community has already been incredible. Bali Bar owner Rich Pesce has generously donated an apartment for Mike and Tiffany to stay in while they recover and rebuild, giving them a safe place to begin putting the pieces back together after losing everything in the fire.

Now we're inviting the entire community to help continue that effort.

🐶 Bring your dogs!
🎵 Live music by Aaron Hudgins
🔨 Silent auction
🎟️ Raffles
🍹 Drink specials
❤️ Donation buckets throughout the event

The Conch Republic Rum crew will be on-site serving our signature Smoked Rum Old Fashioneds for $15, and we're proud to announce that 100% of the proceeds from every Smoked Rum Old Fashioned sold will go directly to Officer Pettee and Deputy Rodda.

Whether you can donate, bid in the auction, enjoy a cocktail, listen to some music, or simply stop by to show your support, every contribution helps.

This is what makes Key West special.

When one of our neighbors falls on hard times, our community doesn't look the other way. We show up. We rally together. We help carry the load.

Join us Sunday from 3 PM to 6 PM at Bali Bar, 325 Duval Street, for an afternoon of great music, great people, plenty of dogs, and an opportunity to make a real difference for two local heroes who need our help.

Let's fill the place, raise some funds, and remind Mike and Tiffany that they are not facing this challenge alone.

🐾 All dogs welcome.
❤️ All donations appreciated.
🏝️ All heart.

See you Sunday, Key West

06/07/2026

⚓️ OFFICIAL DISPATCH FROM THE CONCH REPUBLIC ⚓️

On behalf of Captain James Gilleran, Secretary of State of the Conch Republic, and all of us who proudly call these islands home, we extend our sincere gratitude to every retailer, restaurant, resort, bar, marina, and citizen who has supported Conch Republic Rum during its inaugural voyage across South Florida and the Florida Keys.

Today, we're proud to announce that Conch Republic Rum can now be found from Miami Beach to Key West, with an expanding fleet of outstanding partners helping us share the spirit of our island nation one bottle and one cocktail at a time.

To those whose names appear on this list: thank you. Your support means more than simply carrying a product. You are helping celebrate the independence, hospitality, character, and carefree spirit that have defined the Conch Republic for generations.

The Florida Keys have always moved at their own pace. We measure success not by deadlines and schedules, but by sunsets, good company, and time spent on the water.

After all, our only schedule is the tides.

This rollout has exceeded our expectations, and we are incredibly thankful for the warm welcome we have received throughout the Keys. Every new account, every cocktail poured, every bottle sold, and every recommendation shared with a visitor helps strengthen a brand built right here in our island community.

And we're just getting started.

If you're a retailer, restaurant, bar, resort, marina, or hospitality venue and don't yet see your name on this list, we'd love to hear from you. Our crew is actively charting new waters as we continue expanding throughout the Florida Keys and beyond with a singular mission:

To make Conch Republic Rum the rum that visitors remember, locals are proud to pour, and the Florida Keys proudly call their own.

Thank you for joining us on this journey.

Raise a glass, watch the sunset, and long live the Conch Republic.

🏝️ Conch Republic Rum
⚓️ Key West, Florida
🌊 Our Only Schedule Is The Tides

06/01/2026

Step back in time and experience absinthe the way it was meant to be enjoyed. ✨🍸

Join us at Room 55 inside the iconic Pelican Hotel on Ocean Drive in South Beach for our traditional Death in the Afternoon Absinthe Service. Served in authentic 1800s fashion with the slow drip of ice water, candlelit ambiance, and timeless elegance, it's an invitation to slow down and savor the moment.

Leave the rush outside, settle into a simpler time, and discover why absinthe captivated artists, writers, and dreamers for generations.

📍 Room 55 at The Pelican Hotel
🌿 Death in the Afternoon Absinthe Service
🕯️ Traditional Preparation • Historic Ritual • South Beach Elegance

05/22/2026

Somewhere beneath the black waters of the Caribbean, the old pirates started hearing whispers again…

Not about gold.
Not about war.
About rum.

A Spanish-style spirit so smooth and dangerous that even the dead couldn’t ignore it. They say the sound traveled through the depths of Davy Jones’ Locker itself — tales of a bottle born in Key West under the flag of the Conch Republic. A rum aged with the soul of the old world and the attitude of the outlaw islands.

Now the forgotten captains are crawling back from the deep one by one, salt still clinging to their bones, searching for one last drink before eternity takes them again.

Because legends don’t stay buried forever.

And neither does good rum.

⚓☠️ The Spirit of the Conch Republic
Spanish Style Aged Rum
Key West, Florida

05/06/2026

In a world where authenticity is rare and legends are even rarer, there are still a few people who carry both strength and heart with absolute grace. World Champion Andrew Anderson is one of those people.

A true force in the ring, a master of his craft, and beyond the spotlight — one of the most genuine, loyal, and remarkable human beings you could ever meet. The kind of man who entertains the masses while never losing sight of what truly matters: friendship, loyalty, and the people he loves.

And standing beside him is the beautiful Miss Karen — the star of his world, his reflection of elegance, strength, and love. Together, they carry that timeless kind of energy that can’t be manufactured… the kind that belongs in cinema, in stories, in moments remembered forever.

It’s an honor to call Andrew a friend and to see Smuggler’s Whiskey sitting at the table among greatness, laughter, and unforgettable company.

To champions, true friendship, beautiful souls, and the moments that make life legendary. 🥃

05/02/2026

Grouper season opener in the Florida Keys always brings a certain kind of energy — and Hawks Cay Resort delivered the perfect stage for it 🌊

Grateful to have been part of an incredible event surrounded by great people, great brands, and a community that knows how to show up. Had the chance to spend some time with , whose growth and impact speak for themselves. Building a following of that scale doesn’t happen by accident — it takes vision, consistency, and serious tenacity. Respect to a young entrepreneur who’s carved out his lane and continues to push it forward.

Proud to have Conch Republic Rum in the mix for the day — and even better to have it Qualified Captain approved 🏴‍☠️🥃

Big thank you to for hosting such a well-executed event on an absolutely beautiful property. Looking forward to what’s ahead.

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04/27/2026

The sun hangs low over the Gulf, casting that golden Key West glow across the water as the breeze rolls in soft and steady—salt in the air, time slowing to a crawl. A glass of rum and pineapple sweats in your hand, the ice catching the light, the first sip smooth and easy, like it was meant for this exact moment.

Out here, there’s no rush. No clock ticking. Just the rhythm of the tide coming and going, boats rocking gently in the harbor, and the quiet understanding that wherever you’re supposed to be… can wait.

This is the Keys the way it’s meant to be—unpolished, sun-worn, and perfectly alive. A place where stories drift as easily as the wind, and every drink feels like a small celebration of doing absolutely nothing at all.

Our only schedule is the tides. 🌊🍍🥃

Address

6404 Front Street
Key West, FL
33040

Telephone

+13055099775

Website

http://keywesttradeco.com/

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