The Original Bay Rum, was created in 1946 by US Navy Officer, Capt. John Webb, while stationed in the USVI during WW II. Mixing bay leaf oil, regarded as a health and beauty aid by island natives, with exotic Caribbean spices he created a distinctly masculine scent - St Johns Bay Rum. Each iconic bottle is individually hand woven by local artisans, in our "Fishpot Weave". St Johns Fragrance Co continues to handcraft the finest fragrances staying true to the original formula.