Leblon is an award-winning, handcrafted Brazilian cachaça, bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof) and named after the stylish Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood and its famous beach.
Its production is overseen by Gilles Merlet, one of the world's pre-eminent master distillers, with meticulous attention to every step.
That care runs from the cutting of fresh sugar cane through fermentation and distillation to filtering, blending and resting for up to six months.
It is a 'cachaça fina de alambique', a pot-still cachaça with a lively, fruity nose and complex layers of spice and fruit.
It warms in the mouth and leaves a gentle sweetness in the middle of the tongue that blossoms as it lingers, with a light to medium body and an ultra-smooth finish.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Lively and fruity, with layers of spice.
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Palate: Warm, with fresh cane and gentle sweetness.
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Finish: Ultra-smooth and lingering.
Specifications
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Brand: Leblon
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Style: Cachaça fina de alambique (pot-still)
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Base: Fresh-cut sugar cane
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Rest: Up to six months
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ABV: 40% (80 proof)
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Origin: Brazil
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Leblon is made for the Caipirinha, Brazil's national cocktail: muddle half a lime cut into wedges with two teaspoons of sugar, fill the glass with ice, add Leblon and stir. It pairs well with almost any fruit, so try passion fruit, strawberry or pineapple Caipirinhas, and it couples nicely with herbs, spices and liqueurs in a Batida with coconut milk or a cachaça Mojito. For a party, make a big batch of Caipirinhas in a pitcher with muddled limes, sugar and crushed ice, or set out several fruits so guests can choose their own. Pair it with grilled steak, feijoada, pão de queijo, shrimp and tropical fruit. For a gathering, chill the bottle and set out glasses, ice and garnishes so guests can serve themselves. A bottle also makes a thoughtful host gift for a dinner party or the holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cachaça?
Brazil's national spirit, distilled from fresh sugar cane juice.
What cocktail is it for?
The Caipirinha, with lime, sugar and ice.
How strong is it?
It is bottled at 40% ABV, or 80 proof.
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