R.L. Seale’s John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum
Solid, well-loved falernum with clear lime, clove and spice. Widely regarded as the classic, reliable mixing choice that gives cocktails muscle without becoming heavy or cloying.
Cocktail enthusiasts and tiki fans wanting a classic, flavorful falernum that clearly cuts through in Mai Tai, Corn ‘n Oil and other mixed drinks.
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Classic falernum for tiki builds
If you love tiki or Corn ‘n Oil, this is the safe, classic falernum that delivers limey spice and sweetness without getting too heavy or complicated.
Neat-sipping purists or those who dislike sweet liqueurs and are looking for a complex standalone rum experience.
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A must in a corn n oil cocktail , the bomb and tastes so devine. Obviously this is a mixing drink not something you drink on its own .. A cocktail bar must
Sure, it's not rum but a liqueur, so it's difficult to compare with rum, but this is definitely one of the best liqueurs I know. I just love every cocktail where this stuff goes in, it gives a great complexity.
The classic alcoholic falernum and market leader. This one has a much more pronounced taste of lime and funk than many others and comparatively less direct presence of almonds. It can be a bewildering taste at first because it is purely crafted as a rum accompaniment. In cocktails this falernum makes itself clearly known as it has a certain searing quality, but this is entirely appropriate in tiki drinks that need muscle from the non-fruit ingredients to come through. A solid classic and the safe choice for your falernum rum cocktails.
Normally used to embellish my mai-tai. Tested on its own, just to see. This is a syrup with a strong clove and spice flavour. Limited interest for me as it's too sweet and I'm not a fan of liqueurs.