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When Copal Tree Distillery was created, it was done so, not to produce rum, but to protect the rainforests of Belize. Our founder realized that an important part of sustainability is creating a balance between economic development and environmental stewardship.

Now that the lights are back on Broadway, Copalli fans looking for a delicious sip might swing by any of the four Boucherie locations in Manhattan. This traditional French restaurant celebrates the Joie de Vivre in the heart of the big apple. The delicious Le Jardiniere is a combination of Copalli Rums with Italicus, fresh basil and strawberry.

Sustainability is not just about caring for the environment; the community and its members are also an important natural resource who need support. Long before there was a Copalli Rum or Distillery, much of that commitment was focused on supporting the youth of Belize’s Toledo District.

Maynard Jacob is the Chocolatier at Copal Tree Farms. Apart from roasting the cacao nibs which are such a delicious part of our new Copalli Cacao, Maynard leads a Bean…

At Copalli Rum, we use fresh, organic sugarcane juice which is pressed within two hours of being harvested by hand. The sugar cane is a delicious reflection of the Southern Belizean farm where it is organically grown. This gives Copalli a clean taste that is pure, slightly grassy and delicious.

[The] final ingredient in Copalli rum is water – pure rainforest canopy water. When we built the distillery, we added two rainwater collection tanks to the roof to capture rainwater during the rainy season. A filtration system purifies the water so it can be used in our rums to add a soft, clean flavor profile.

Elon was born and raised in the Toledo District of Belize. From an early age he was passionate about agriculture and rainforest remedies.  He studied Agriculture in school, after which…

Just when you thought Copalli Rums couldn’t be more delicious, we’ve expanded our portfolio to include the unique Copalli Cacao in the US. (The lucky folks in Europe have had…

When you take a sip of Copalli Rum, what you’re drinking is a distillate made from organically grown, non-GMO, heirloom sugarcane varieties. When the Copalli team  searched for the perfect…

Record heat. Devastating floods. Raging wildfires fueled by drought. You don’t need to be a scientist to see that climate change is real and is impacting our daily lives. No…

What’s the difference between using sugarcane juice and molasses to make rum? First, let’s talk about molasses. Molasses is an industrial by-product of the sugar making process. Molasses is used…

The Daiquiri is one of the most classic of all cocktails and with National Daiquiri Day on July 19, this is the perfect time to raise a glass. This rum cocktail…

The Argo is an exciting new cocktail bar opening in the world renowned Four Seasons Hong Kong, and if you are in the neighborhood, you’ll be able to enjoy your…

At the Distillery, our goal is to waste absolutely nothing. After the distillation process is completed, the liquid that is left over (known as vinasse) is collected, we add micronutrients, and…

Karen Yong is a Distillery Operator at Copal Tree Distillery and the right hand to our Head Distiller. Karen grew up in Belize and has been a member of the team…

At Copalli Rum, before there was a rum, there was a commitment to preserving the environment, and since day one, we’ve been doing everything in our power to protect the…

Recently on social media, someone questioned if we were cutting down the rainforest to grow sugar cane. This is absolutely not the case, but it is an opportunity to talk…

Waluco Maheia is a Rum Expert and Assistant Manager at Copal Tree Lodge. Waluco was born and raised in Belize. He grew up and spent most of his youth in…

The Mai Tai started as a rum cocktail so popular it was rumored to have depleted world rum supplies in the ‘40s and ’50s. When the cocktail was invented by…

Let us explain why that’s a good thing. Copalli was built to be different. Before we created a single bottle of rum, we were committed to empowering communities and protecting…