Copalli - Organic Cacao - Spirit Drink Based on Rum - 40%
The Copalli distillery was born in the heart of the Belize tropical forest, on the preserved site of Copal Tree, where sugarcane and cacao are grown organically. This farm distillery operates on a single estate model, with complete control of the chain, from the plot to bottling, in a sustainable and carbon-neutral spirit. The sugarcane, an endemic variety, is hand-harvested then immediately pressed to preserve the freshness of the juice. Copalli's philosophy is based on transparency, with a rum made only from cane, pure water, and natural yeasts, without additives or added sugar. The local anchoring is strengthened by a strong commitment to the surrounding communities and forest protection. In this preserved tropical environment, Copalli Cacao Organic stands out as the most indulgent and hedonistic expression of the house, centered around organic cacao.
Copalli Cacao Organic 40% is a spirit drink based on pure white rum from organic cane juice, distilled twice then patiently infused with roasted cacao beans, also from the estate. After distillation in a still, the distillate undergoes a maceration of carefully selected cacao beans, which imbue the rum with their deep and chocolatey aromas. This infusion is then redistilled to refine the texture, smooth the alcohol, and achieve a silky mouthfeel, perfectly harmonious at 40%. The style remains deliberately natural, without artificial flavors, allowing both the freshness of the cane and the indulgence of the cacao to express themselves. The result is an organic, modern spirit that sits at the crossroads of premium rum and cacao liqueur, but with a drier and more digestible profile. Copalli Cacao Organic thus positions itself as an ideal base for creative mixology while also being enjoyable neat or on the rocks.
On tasting, Copalli Cacao Organic 40% appears clear, with an intensely indulgent nose where fresh cane, roasted cacao, dark chocolate, cacao husk, and a hint of coffee mingle. The palate offers a soft but precise attack, with an aromatic heart dominated by cacao, milk chocolate, natural vanilla, and vegetal notes reminiscent of cane juice. The texture is velvety, enveloping, but the finish remains clean and dry, avoiding any sugary heaviness and enhancing the sensation of digestibility. Touches of mild spices and roasted nuts extend the persistence, inviting a second sip. In cocktails, it elevates a revisited Espresso Martini, a cacao Old Fashioned, a decadent Piña Colada, or a simple long drink with coconut water or dry tonic. At the table, it pairs wonderfully with a chocolate fondant, a pecan tart, a coffee mousse, or even a tasting cigar for lovers of chocolate and exotic pairings.
