Rum & Falernum Old Fashioned
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 0.17 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add three ice cubes to old-fashioned glass
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Add rum and stir
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Add sugar, falernum, and bitters
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Add two more ice cubes
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Stir thoroughly
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Add more ice as needed
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Garnish with orange zest twist
Cocktail Description
This Caribbean-inspired riff transforms the Old Fashioned from a whiskey-lover's sipper into a tropical powerhouse with serious backbone.
The Rum & Falernum Old Fashioned blends aged Appleton Estate rum with a bold splash of Wray & Nephew overproof, creating layers of molasses richness cut with funky, grassy notes. John D. Taylor's Velvet Falernum—a spiced Caribbean liqueur infused with almond, lime, and clove—adds complexity that feels both familiar and exotic, while Angostura bitters and cane syrup round out the traditional Old Fashioned structure. The result tastes like butterscotch and baking spices meet sunshine and sugarcane, finishing warm with a whisper of citrus from the orange twist. It's surprisingly easy to make at home if you've got the ingredients on hand, requiring nothing more than a glass, a barspoon, and patience while stirring. This drink shines after dinner on a warm evening or when you want something strong and contemplative that still feels like vacation. Pair it with jerk chicken, caramelized pork belly, or dark chocolate desserts—anything that can stand up to its bold, spiced character without getting lost.
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