In the evenings, my grandmother would sit quietly on the porch in her rocking chair, gently waving her mother’s hand fan, trying to stir the thick Cuban heat. The air carried the earthy scent of fresh grass, rich tobacco leaves, and strong brewed coffee. In the distance, guitars played traditional Cuban folk songs, their melodies drifting through the warm night like stories being told. About five miles from the farm stood the distillery that produced some of the finest rum in the world — Bacardi. Many of you have tasted it, or at least heard its name. Evenings were often filled with older men gathered together, sipping Bacardi rum, smoking Cohiba cigars, and singing songs that etched themselves into my memory forever. The Cubano & Rum Candle from Essence Home Miami captures that exact atmosphere — deep notes of tobacco leaf, warm rum, and a hint of smoky richness. It’s nostalgic, bold, and soulful. Light it, and you’re transported to a Cuban porch at sunset, where stories flow as smoothly as the rum and the music never truly ends. ♥ Each Item in my shop is handmade by me at home in Miami, Florida. All of my scents are based off of my personal memories, or memories of others. Because all of these items are handmade, they may have some imperfections such as: minor discoloration of the wax, slightly off-centered label, tiny markings on the outside of the jar, etc. None of these impact the quality of the candle.♥ **THIS PRODUCT HAS FREE SHIPPING, IF PACKAGE IS RETURNED OR UNDELIVERABLE, SHIPPING COST WILL NOT BE REFUNDED** Want your candle to last longer with minimal soot? Trim the wick to 1/4” before every single burn, and keep it lit for 3-4 hours at a time. Trust me on this one! WARNING: PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ THE SAFETY STICKER LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE JAR BEFORE LIGHTING. I WANT EVERYONE TO BE SAFE! ♥
