Bacardi Limited has announced the 2012 to be its most innovative year since the creation of its famous rum in 1862. Throughout the year, Bacardi will host birthday parties and launch special promotions featuring 100 years of its advertising. The company will also introduce a $2,000 limited-edition decanter of rare Bacardi rum, offer fans travel retail exclusives and commemorative gifts.

Malibu, the well-known rum which sees taste innovation, beach partying culture and creative collaborations as essence of its brand style, is about to launch a new product Malibu Red slated to arrive in the U.S. stores in March 2012. To promote the new addition to its portfolio, the iconic rum blended with tequila, Malibu has teamed up with popular R&B singer and songwriter, film and television actor, Ne-Yo. So far, the brand doesn’t unveil much detail on the creative collaboration, but the press release discloses that “the story of Malibu Red will unfold through exclusive music, performances, video and digital conversations.”

BACARDI®, announces the launch of BACARDI® OAKHEART™, the most noteworthy product introduction from BACARDI since the brand created the flavored rum segment with BACARDI LIMON more than a decade ago. The new product is a tribute to the modern day adventurer. The spirit honors their core essence: a fierce loyalty, stout-heart and unwavering resolve. These timeless qualities are reflected in the bold taste—a smooth, spiced rum with a hint of smokiness and a unique velvet like smoothness.