Ex Salumeria

Hidden in the winding streets of Naples’ Centro Storico at Via Candelora 1, Ex Salumeria – La Bottega del Rum is a compact bar with a big personality. From the moment you step in, you’re greeted by a focus that’s rare in cocktail bars: rum. Not simply rum-on-the-rocks, but house-infused rums, creative syrups and cocktails where you often get to customize the base, flavour and presentation. The bartenders here aren’t just pouring—they’re performing. One highlight: choosing a rum flavour (such as orange-cinnamon), choosing a syrup (pineapple, ginger etc), deciding the style (on the rocks, fizz, shot) and even watching torches or caramelisation of fruit in the build. A reviewer mentioned: “The shot will be lit on fire which adds a caramelized taste…” Despite its small size (reviews mention limited seating and just a bar-led space) the atmosphere is lively, friendly and geared toward cocktail discovery rather than casual beer. The location in Naples means the soundscape is part Italian life, part nightlife buzz. The bar’s niche—rum as star—helps it stand out from typical mixology spots. The website and guides emphasise this bar as “the house of rum in Naples.” From a practical perspective: the bar opens around early evening and on weekends stays late (e.g., until 3 AM on Saturdays). Pricing is described as “surprisingly inexpensive” for the quality and craft—but still premium relative to casual pubs. In short: if you’re visiting Naples and want a bar that’s compact, character-filled, with serious rum and cocktail creativity, Ex Salumeria is a strong pick. Arrive early to secure a seat at the bar, talk to the bartenders about flavour preferences, and be ready for something different.