Cocktail Recipes

Falernum

Syrups & Mixers

Falernum is a versatile and flavorful syrup with a rich history in Caribbean and tiki cocktails. It typically contains a blend of lime, ginger, almond, and cloves, creating a complex and balanced flavor profile.

Ingredients

Amount	Ingredient
4 oz / 100 ml 6 oz / 150 ml 8 oz / 200 ml 12 oz / 300 ml	El Dorado 151 Overproof Rum
6 whole 9 whole 12 whole 18 whole	Limes, zested
50 grams 75 grams 100 grams 150 grams	Toasted Almonds, chopped
12 whole 18 whole 24 whole 36 whole	Cloves
15 grams 22 1⁄2 grams 30 grams 45 grams	Fresh Ginger, chopped
1⁄2 barspoons 3⁄4 barspoons 1 barspoons 1 1⁄2 barspoons	Nutmeg, grated
1⁄2 pod 3⁄4 pod 1 pod 1 1⁄2 pod	Vanilla Bean
8 oz / 200 ml 12 oz / 300 ml 16 oz / 400 ml 24 oz / 600 ml	Semi-Rich Simple Syrup

Method

1. Combine almonds, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla, and lime zest in sealable jar.
2. Add rum.
3. Seal, shake, and set aside in a cool dark place.
4. Leave to infuse for 24 hours, agitating every few hours.
5. After 24 hours, filter contents to remove solids.
6. Add simple syrup.
7. Stir or shake to combine.
8. Stored covered in the fridge, this will last at least a year.