Kahlúa, a rum and coffee liqueur brand of Pernod Ricard USA, has launched Kahlúa Chili Chocolate.

Pernod Ricard USA Kahlúa brand director Troy Gorczyca said: "Kahlúa consumers are continually in search of the next exciting adventure and uniquely distinct experience.

"Kahlúa is acknowledging that fiery spirit by offering an antidote to the everyday and kicking classic cocktail favorites up a notch. Kahlúa Chili Chocolate embodies the original Kahlúa taste consumer's love, while turning up the heat."

"Kahlúa Chili Chocolate embodies the original Kahlúa taste consumer's love, while turning up the heat."

Kahlúa Chili Chocolate has 20% alcohol by volume. It carries a suggested price of $18.99 per 750ml bottle.

Pernod Ricard USA is a premium spirits and wine company in the US, and the largest subsidiary of Paris, France-based Pernod Ricard SA, which employs approximately 18,000 people worldwide.

The company's spirits and wines include brands such as Absolut Vodka, Tequila Avión, Chivas Regal Scotch Whisky, The Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Aberlour Single Malt Scotch, Olmeca Altos, and Beefeater.