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Three years after producing the first bottle of Copalli Rum, we have completed our first comprehensive Sustainability Report for the Copal Tree Distillery. Since we started planning this brand, we…

When it comes to our support for the environment, Copalli Rum has been clear. Sustainability is part of everything we do. For that reason, we are thrilled to announce that…

San Diego Copalli Rum fans, do we have a cocktail for you … at Kettner Exchange! This architect’s dream of a restaurant boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining,…

Companies, celebrities, states even countries are citing plans to be carbon neutral by a certain date. Does this mean they have completely eliminated their carbon emissions? In most cases, No….

The Rum Sour cocktail is delicious, and when tracing its’ origins, we have to start with the British Navy. To fight scurvy and malnutrition, British sailors often mixed their spirits…

Protecting the planet has never been easier or more delicious. During the month of April, Copalli Rum has partnered with bars, restaurants, and retailers to give back to organizations that…

The Black Howler Monkey or ‘Baboon’ in Belize is the largest monkey in Belize and one of the largest in the Americas. As a result of hunting and habitat destruction,…

We’re not the first to care about the environment and want to give an unsolicited nod to others who share our commitment to sustainability. Who doesn’t love a good night…

While spring is only weeks away (Groundhog or not) much of the country is still in the grasp of winter’s chill. With that in mind, we thought a Hot Toddy…

The Copal Tree Lodge is a leader in eco-tourism and sustainable food and cocktails. Guests of the Lodge will likely be served a delicious cocktail by Tim Cal. q) Tell…

Fans of Asian fusion cuisine in San Francisco – or those who just crave fabulous food and cocktails – need to grab a seat at Hawker Fare. Its roots may be in…

We love the Olympics – any opportunity to get together to toast the world’s top athletes. But what we aren’t celebrating is the fact that this is the first Winter…

The tapir is the national animal of Belize. While it looks like a pig, it is a relative of the horse and the rhinoceros. The tapir’s most noticeable feature is…

Nothing says romance like a cocktail for two! Ingredients: 3 oz Copalli Barrel Rested Rum 1 ½ oz Pama liqueur 1 oz lime juice ½ oz honey syrup 4 oz…

q) Tell us about your job.  I am head of maintenance for both Copal Tree Lodge and Copal Tree Distillery. This means I make sure our electrical, mechanical and HVAC systems…

Located on a bright SOHO corner in New York City, Altro Paradiso serves chef-owner Ignacio Mattos’ light, satisfying takes on Italian cuisine. Although Altro frequently ranks among the best places to eat…

Belize is more than beaches and bathing. It is also home to the world’s only jaguar preserve. Jaguars, the Western hemisphere’s largest cat, once roamed freely in the region, but…

A new year brings an opportunity for a fresh start, a chance to rid yourself of unhealthy habits and commit to doing better in the year ahead. While some may…

Fans of craft spirits and classic films have it made at The Dresden in Los Angeles. This family-owned Hollywood Landmark has taken a supporting role in many movies, while serving up delicious…

Rum Popo is a delicious traditional rum crème made in Belize that is similar to eggnog. This festive blend is served during the Holiday season as a celebratory drink shared…

Tell us about your job at Copal Tree Distillery.  I’m the President and Master Distiller at Copal Tree distillery. The main focus of my job is providing technical expertise, the resources…

Leela Vernon was a Belizean Cultural Icon who celebrated her love of Belize and cultural identity through music and dance. She was raised in Punta Gorda Town and was known…

Of the 120 aces currently growing our organic sugar cane, some 20 acres have been dedicated to operating as a nursery where we grow new sugar cane plants. What is…

December is full of holiday spirits in Belize. It is the time where Belizeans spend quality time with friends and family celebrating Christmas and Kwanza. While many Belizeans (70 percent…

What’s old is new again and this has never been more true than with the return of the Espresso Martini. The origin of the espresso martini is attributed to a…

Copalli friends in the Sunshine state have a delicious cocktail option in Melbourne at 28 North Gastropub.   Promising “Local Latitude and Local Attitude,” 28 North features responsibly sourced made-from-scratch pub…

Named for the Copalli personality who serves it to guests at the Copal Tree Lodge. 2 oz Copalli White Rum 1 oz passion fruit juice ½ oz lime juice ¾…

Tell us about your job.   To start off I love my job. I am a senior Bartender and waiter at Copal Tree Lodge.   How long have you worked with the…

Do you know much glass in the US is recycled? As often as we hear reuse, recycle and reduce, you’d think it would be fairly impressive. WRONG. The US’s recycle…

The Garifuna people are descendants of Carib Indians who settled in Belize in the early 1800s. Music, song and dance have always been important in the communities, as they are…

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…