VALE VERDE 12 YEARS

The dedication to our craft and the constant pursuit of excellence are the core principles guiding the Vale Verde Group. Its founder, Luiz Otávio Pôssas Gonçalves, has dedicated over five decades to the beverage industry. His career began with Coca-Cola bottling in Minas Gerais, and he is also recognized for establishing Kaiser beer and Kero Coco, the nation's first packaged coconut water, while continuing his entrepreneurial ventures in the sector. The formation of Vale Verde was a gradual process, initiated when Luiz Otávio received a small still from his uncle, sparking his interest in the cachaça market. Initially, the limited production was shared solely among acquaintances. However, the recognition from connoisseurs and the quality of the distillate led to the commencement of cachaça sales. The Vale Verde brand was established in 1985. During this time, Luiz Otávio explored novel techniques to enhance the fermentation and distillation processes. In Europe, he observed that methods employed in fine whiskey production could be applied to cachaças. Utilizing European expertise, Vale Verde Extra Premium was developed, aged for three years and adhering to the same production standards as international spirits, incorporating techniques that ensure the product's superior quality and flavor. Vale Verde cachaça subsequently garnered awards, leading to increased recognition throughout Brazil. The estate, upholding its production traditions, began attracting numerous visitors. This is how the Vale Verde Ecological Park was conceived in 2002, a sanctuary housing approximately 1,300 animals, including birds, reptiles, and mammals. The property, known as the Cachaça Theme Park, located in Betim, within the Belo Horizonte Metropolitan Region of Minas Gerais, offers various recreational and adventure activities for families. Within the park, visitors can observe the complete production cycle of Vale Verde cachaças, which is 100% sustainable, and explore the Cachaça Museum, showcasing the history of the spirit dating back to Ancient Egypt. The museum features over two thousand distinct labels, in addition to the complete collection of the Vale Verde brand. Regrettably, the park is presently closed to visitors, but the cachaça continues to be produced with the same high standards. The Vale Verde Group prioritizes sustainable expansion. Utilizing six tons of sugarcane daily during the harvest period, approximately 140,000 liters of cachaça were produced in 2014. A portion of the sugarcane waste was used as fuel for the production machinery, with the remainder serving as organic fertilizer for the sugarcane fields. Vale Verde 12 Years Exclusive Edition stands as the producer's second signature offering, aged for 12 years in European oak barrels. It boasts an unparalleled flavor and the quality characteristic of the finest spirits globally. This edition is esteemed by connoisseurs of fine beverages and has an alcohol content of 40%. This exceptional and costly (240 USD) cachaça is intense and rich, yet simultaneously complex and elegant, featuring a developed and lengthy finish.

The dedication to our work and the constant pursuit of excellence define the guiding principles of the Vale Verde Group. Its founder, Luiz Otávio Pôssas Gonçalves, has dedicated over 50 years to the beverage industry. He began by producing Coca-Cola in Minas Gerais and is also recognized for developing Kaiser beer and Kero Coco, the pioneering boxed coconut water in Brazil, while continuing his entrepreneurial endeavors in the sector. Vale Verde's establishment was a gradual process, starting when Luiz Otávio received a small still from his uncle, which sparked his interest in the cachaça market. Initially, the small batch production was shared only among friends. However, recognition from experts and the quality of the distillate led to its commercialization. The Vale Verde brand was established in 1985. During this time, Luiz Otávio explored new methods to enhance the fermentation and distillation processes. In Europe, he observed that techniques used in fine whiskey production could be applied to cachaças. Incorporating European expertise, Vale Verde Extra Premium was developed, aged for three years and adhering to the same production standards as international spirits, employing methods that ensure the drink's distinctive quality and flavor. Vale Verde cachaça subsequently garnered awards, increasing its renown throughout Brazil. The estate, maintaining its production tradition, began attracting numerous visitors. This led to the creation of Vale Verde Ecological Park in 2002, a sanctuary housing approximately 1,300 animals, including birds, reptiles, and mammals. The property, known as the Cachaça Theme Park, located in Betim, within the Metropolitan Region of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, offers various leisure and adventure activities for families. Within the park, visitors can observe the entire production cycle of Vale Verde cachaças, which is fully sustainable, and explore the Cachaça Museum, featuring exhibits on the history of the spirit dating back to ancient Egypt. The museum boasts over two thousand distinct labels, along with the complete collection of the Vale Verde brand. Regrettably, the park is not currently open to visitors, but the cachaça production continues with the same high quality. The Vale Verde Group's objective is to achieve sustainable growth. Utilizing six tons of sugarcane daily during harvest, approximately 140,000 liters of cachaça were produced in 2014. A portion of the sugarcane residue was used as fuel for the production machinery, with the remainder serving as organic fertilizer for the sugarcane fields. Vale Verde 12 Years Exclusive Edition stands as the producer's second signature offering, aged for 12 years in European oak barrels. It delivers an unparalleled flavor and the quality characteristic of the world's finest distillates. This limited edition is savored by connoisseurs of fine beverages and has an alcohol content of 40%. This exceptional and costly (240 USD) cachaça is intense and rich, yet simultaneously complex and elegant, with a developed and lengthy finish.