Deep in the southern Belize rainforest, Copalli Rum is redefining what sustainability means for the beverage industry. Made with just three locally sourced ingredients, this award-winning rum is not only environmentally conscious — it’s climate-positive.
A full lifecycle and soil carbon analysis by EarthOptics, verified by Preferred by Nature, shows that each bottle of Copalli removes 5.5 kg of CO2e from the atmosphere. This remarkable figure is the result of regenerative farming and a near-zero-waste distillery.
But Copalli’s commitment goes well beyond carbon metrics. Instead of relying on traditional carbon offsets, Copalli focuses on insetting — improving its own supply chain by investing in soil health, carbon sequestration, and ecosystem restoration. The result is a circular system that supports the climate, biodiversity, and local communities.
With rising demand for eco-conscious products, downstream buyers — whether bars, mixologists, or distributors — need offerings that align with consumer values. Copalli makes that choice easier, offering independently verified, transparently measured climate-positive impact.
The entire production process takes place in Punta Gorda, Belize. Sugarcane is organically grown with minimal soil disturbance, preserving the land’s natural carbon sink.
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Rainwater is harvested onsite, the distillery runs on spent cane, and all organic waste is returned to the fields as fertilizer. Nothing goes to waste.
This approach enhances soil health, restores biodiversity, and builds climate resilience. Local farmers are trained in sustainable methods that increase yields while nurturing the land. And every step — from rain to rum — creates jobs and skills within the local community.
For companies seeking to decarbonize their supply chains and offer products with real environmental integrity, Copalli Rum isn’t just a bottle — it’s proof that regeneration works.
“Our mission from day one was simple,” says Wil Maheia, Chief Sustainability Officer at Copalli. “Make world-class rum that’s also good for the planet. That’s why we’ve invested in regenerative practices that benefit the soil, the climate, and our people. Our negative carbon footprint isn’t the finish line, it’s just the start of our journey.”
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