William Hinton founded the distillery
The best Rum was produced from the juices of sugar cane, carefully selected.
1845
Madeira's most important distillery
Assumed a dominant position in the harvest of this culture and of its product.
1882
Most advanced industrial technology of the time
Under the command of Harry Hinton and with the help of his manager Higino Ferraz, they introduce the most advanced industrial technology for the time and the Engenho becomes an international reference in its industrial sector.
1898
600 tons daily
Engenho reaches its peak of production, reaches the 600 tons of cane processed per day.
1920
Factory closes down
Over time the distillery stopped production.
1986
William Hinton’s heirs relaunch the production
Sought to restore the original distillery and sugar production to its former glories using an alembic still and producing a variety of rums.