It was unfortunate Bacardi wasn't shown. He had the classic Paso Fino conformation and lateral four-beat gait that would have excelled in the Bella Forma (Beautiful Form) halter classes at Paso Fino shows. Bacardi's half-sister Rincon (sired by Carlitos) was a tough competitor in Bella Forma classes and was named to the Paso Fino Horse Association's Top Ten Dam list in 1987.
Bacardi sired many wonderful fillies and colts. His son Promiso del Companero eventually became my mother's herd sire and continued the heritage of naturally smooth gaited Pasos with wonderful dispositions. After Mom passed away, we gave "Promise" to my Dad and they spent several happy years on the trails.