ABC ayiti bitters company
Berling S.A. traces its lineage back to 1862 in Port-au-Prince when brothers Dupre & Labbe Barbancour began distilling high quality rum
from locally sourced clairin. The brothers split in 1870 with Labbe continuing to produce artisanal Haitian rums under his new company, Jane Barbancourt Co., (affectionately named after his granddaughter). Although the company name evolved over time, first to The Barling S.A and finally settling in 1999 on Berling S.A., their dedication to creating artisan Haitian spirits continues into the modern day.
Today,Jane's grandson Herbert Barbancourt Linge is owner and president of Berling S.A. Herbert has become the central figure in Haitian rum and clairin, known internationally for his expertise and long lineage in the category. Along with sourcing, blending and bottling some of the world's most widely recognized clairin and rum brands, he has recently added distilling to his resume.
PRODUCTS
KAFÉ ANMÈ 35% ABV
(ANMÈ means “Bitter” and KAFÉ means “Coffee” in Creole)
Kafe Anme delivers a bitter balance of roasted coffee and sweet chocolate with hints of local orange, vanilla bean, black pepper and a touch of unprocessed cane juice to tie it all together. A delicious dessert served neat, in a coffee, or in a cocktail.
tasting notes
Deep bitter notes from coffee & cocoa with hints of vanilla & pepper.
FÈY ANMÈ 35% ABV
(ANMÈ means “Bitter” and FÈY means “Leaf” in Creole)
Fey Anme is inspired by the foraged botanicals harvested from the local Haitian forests: citrus, local hibiscus flower buds named Choublack for color & aromatics and dandelion for bitterness. The addition of honey provides sweetness and depth on the finish. Enjoy as an aperitif, on the rocks, or as a vermouth modifier.
tasting notes
Tropical Fruit & Banana Pudding Notes Yet Clean & Dry
ZORANJ ANMÈ 35% ABV
(ANMÈ means “Bitter” and ZORANJ means “Orange” in Creole)
Utilizing Haitian Bitter Orange, Zoranj Anme is a delectable, citrusy rum-based liqueur that is sweetened by natural, fresh-pressed raw cane sugar syrup. Zoranj Anme imparts a brightness unparalleled by any other orange liqueur in the world. The natural spice and bitterness adds balance to any cocktail.
tasting notes
Bright, juicy citrus balanced by natural fruity bitterness