Amarula is a cream liqueur from South Africa with unforgettable taste. It should be mentioned that the body and creamy notes of the drink resembles Baileys, but the basic taste and aroma component is the juice of the African marula, which brings special vibration to the liqueur. The production of the unique drink starts with harvest of the best fruits from Amarula tree, which are peeled and pitted first, than the fruits are left over till the fermentation process. The distillation product is mixed with marula extract and left in casks for two years. At the final chord: the liqueur is filled with fresh cream and then bottled.
The aroma reminds of creamy-fruit desserts with a pinch of vanilla and caramel. The flavor is smooth and sweet, with exotic zest of African fruits. The liqueur is perfect for sweet courses. It’s also used as an addition for cocktails, coffee and ice-cream.
Amarula bottle is recognized for the elephant label, which is a tribute to the animals that inspired people to create such unique recipe. The fact is that marula is a favorite dainty for elephants, what is also very popular among them in mating season. The scientists claim this fruit gives strength to animals.