{"title":"Poral","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"poral-decaf-coffee-liqueur-750ml","title":"Poral Decaf Coffee Liqueur 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoral Decaf Coffee Liqueur 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 40% ABV agave-based coffee liqueur made with decaffeinated beans from Chiapas, Mexico, in a 750ml bottle. It occupies a near-empty niche — a full-proof, zero-caffeine coffee liqueur built on a foundation of highland Jalisco agave spirit rather than the neutral grain or rum bases that dominate the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 40% (80 proof)  |  Origin: Jalisco \u0026amp; Chiapas, Mexico  |  Style: Decaf Coffee Liqueur  |  Base Spirit: Cambio Blanco Agave Spirit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoral begins with Cambio Blanco, an agave spirit distilled in the highlands of Jalisco. The coffee extraction follows a deliberate two-stage process: a warm primary infusion draws out essential oils and natural sugars from decaffeinated Chiapas beans, followed by an extended cold brew phase that layers in deeper roast character without harsh bitterness. The result is a liqueur that lets the agave base carry its own weight — cooked agave, pepper, and minerality thread through the coffee rather than hiding behind it. At 40% ABV, it runs at double the proof of most coffee liqueurs, giving the spirit enough backbone to stand up in both neat pours and spirit-forward cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh-ground dark-roast coffee dominates the nose, followed by bittersweet chocolate and a faint herbal warmth from the agave base. A subtle thread of raw honey and toasted nuts emerges as the spirit opens up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is smooth and coffee-rich, with dark chocolate and toasted nut flavors settling across the mid-palate. The agave base asserts itself with a peppery warmth and a hint of raw honey, keeping the sweetness measured rather than cloying. There is a noticeable dryness here that separates it from the syrupy texture typical of the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-long, with lingering espresso bitterness balanced by a soft vanilla undertone. The agave character resurfaces at the tail end, leaving a dry, clean close that invites another sip rather than coating the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Poral Decaf\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeat or over a single large ice cube is the most direct way to appreciate the agave-coffee interplay — the higher proof holds up well with dilution without losing structure. Its 40% ABV and dry profile also make it unusually versatile in cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso Martini:\u003c\/strong\u003e The agave base adds peppery depth and the decaf aspect means you can enjoy one after dinner without disrupting sleep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Russian:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poral's drier, spirit-forward character replaces the typical sugary weight with genuine roast complexity alongside vodka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOaxacan Coffee Negroni:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sub Poral for sweet vermouth alongside mezcal and Campari — the coffee and agave create a smoky, bittersweet riff that leans savory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee lovers who avoid caffeine but refuse to compromise on flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding nightcap Espresso Martinis without the stimulant effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgave spirit enthusiasts exploring the liqueur category\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting someone who already has every mainstream bottle on their bar cart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Poral Decaf taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers pronounced dark-roast coffee flavor layered with bittersweet chocolate and toasted nuts, anchored by a peppery agave warmth that keeps sweetness restrained. The overall profile is dry, spirit-forward, and noticeably less sugary than most coffee liqueurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Poral Decaf compare to Kahlúa?\u003c\/strong\u003e Poral Decaf is bottled at 40% ABV — double Kahlúa's 20% — and uses an agave spirit base rather than rum, resulting in a drier, more spirit-forward profile with significantly less sweetness. It also contains zero caffeine, whereas Kahlúa retains a small amount from its coffee extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Poral Decaf good for cocktails?\u003c\/strong\u003e Its 40% ABV and dry character make it exceptionally cocktail-friendly, holding its own in Espresso Martinis, Black Russians, and spirit-forward stirred drinks without adding the excessive sweetness that lower-proof coffee liqueurs introduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Poral Decaf made?\u003c\/strong\u003e The agave base spirit, Cambio Blanco, is distilled in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, while the decaffeinated coffee beans are sourced from Chiapas, a premier coffee-growing region in southern Mexico.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Poral Decaf?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement the bittersweet cocoa notes; tiramisu echoes the espresso character; aged hard cheeses like Manchego play against the peppery agave warmth; mole negro mirrors its layered roast and spice profile; and vanilla bean ice cream provides a simple contrast to the dry, coffee-forward palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Poral Decaf come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Poral Decaf Coffee Liqueur is available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Poral Decaf worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Poral positions as a premium coffee liqueur, and its 40% ABV, agave spirit base, and two-stage extraction process place it well above entry-level competitors in both complexity and intensity — it delivers a genuinely different drinking experience from lower-proof, sugar-forward alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Poral Decaf?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decaf coffee liqueur space has almost no serious players, and Poral fills that gap at a quality level that makes the decaf distinction feel secondary to the overall craft. The Cambio Blanco agave base is the structural differentiator — where competitors lean on neutral spirits and compensate with sugar, the highland agave contributes its own narrative of pepper, minerality, and cooked agave that interweaves with the Chiapas coffee. At 80 proof, it functions more like a flavored spirit than a dessert liqueur, which opens cocktail possibilities that lower-proof bottles simply cannot achieve. For anyone who has written off coffee liqueurs as one-note sweeteners, this bottle challenges that assumption directly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47054040727721,"sku":"42159","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/poral-poral-decaf-coffee-liqueur-750ml-bottle.webp?v=1777731857"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/poral.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}