When you open a bottle of Dodo rum, you're doing more than pouring a drink; you're participating in a cultural movement that elevates celebratory moments seeks to reintroduce Africa to the world by redefining what culture looks, tastes, and feels like.
THE DODO STORY
The story of Dodo is a reminder that innovation is always around the corner. What began as a jokey April 1st Instagram post by founder Tola Alade in 2024 was received with mass anticipation as followers responded to his "Introducing Dodo: the world's first plantain infused brandy" post with diverse variations of, "Where can I buy this?" and "I need this immediately!" And thus began the story of the world's first plantain-infused rum.
DODO: A CELEBRATORY DIASPORAN STORY
Dodo is the Yoruba word for fried plantains, and as any African or Caribbean will tell you, plantains are not just a staple food in the culture. They represent family, togetherness, celebratory dinners, nostalgia, and a whole host of sacred emotions. Dodo rum is the encapsulation of all those feelings into a premium liquor that bridges the chasm of time and place and sends us back to our roots; delicately and exhilaratingly.
THE DODO CRAFT
Made by infusing natural plantains sourced from African growers in rum made with Zambian molasses, Dodo is hand-crafted in small batches by Matugga Distillers; a black-owned distillery located in Scotland. The mark of Dodo is one of distinction and intentional quality where every batch is numbered.
Although created in celebration of the African and Caribbean cultures, Dodo exists to connect diaspora across geography, generation and experience through cultural pride. The Dodo promise is inclusive premium and quality celebration for everyone. Everyone is invited to sit at the table and experience Africa through the innovative expressions of her offshoot.
APPEARANCE & TASTING NOTES
The Deep amber with golden highlights liquid opens on the nose with the unmistakable scent of overripe bananas with a vanilla-caramel accompaniment. Cinnamon spice and honey waft in secondarily, delivering a heady sense of what's to come. On the palate, Dodo is a burst of brown sugar and buttered caramelised plantains, with a robust spicy backbone. The taste settles into long, warm notes of plantain and allspice so rich, you can taste celebration in every sip.
Dodo is popular for its versatility and can be enjoyed in a multiplicity of ways. The signature serve of Dodo and Ginger Ale is widely imbibed all over the world and loved for its simple perfection. Dodo can also be enjoyed in premium cocktails, as celebratory shots or for pleasurable sipping over ice or neat.
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