Rum Cockspur Balla Black Spiced. Cockspur Balla Black Spiced rum, named after the Voodoo goddess of life Damballa, raises rum to a higher level. Most rums are based on stories of sailors and sea monsters. Cockspur Balla Black Spiced rum expresses the magic of Voodoo. On the dark side of the Caribbean, Voodoo magic was covered by a distant and eerie mystery veil. Today, Voodoo magic has evolved into a lifestyle and inspiration for art, dance, music and rum, expressed through colorful carnival parties, in the full moonlight. Cockspur Balla Black Spiced rum is for those looking for something different, something to inspire them. It's for those nights that you definitely want a spark of magic, mystery and excitement. Balla is a decoction of roasted molasses and local spice pours, with a touch of heat that leads to a mysterious and interesting experience.