Post #37796 by Traitor Vic on Sat, Jun 7, 2003 3:11 AM

Since purchasing my first bartender's guide I've had trouble finding certain ingredients. Since zeroing in on Tiki Drinks the problem has only worsened! I searched my hometown for Months looking for Orgeat only to find several sources of it after ordering a Case of the stuff from Trader Vic's! I visited 5 groceries in one afternoon in search of Passion Fruit Nectar. Perhaps we could all share information we've gathered concerning some of the more-difficult-to-locate ingredients mentioned in books such as the Grog Log and Intoxica.

I'll start it out a list. Please post any links, brand names or suggestions in response.

Cointreau or Triple Sec - Is the difference worth worrying about?
Falernum - Where do you find it?
GOOD Grenadine - Does Anyone Still Make It!?!
Lemongrass Cordial - Availabity?
Maraschino Liqueur - Brand Names?
Orgeat Syrup - Available Brands?
Passionfruit Juice - Brand Names?
Passionfruit Syrup - Can you get it anywhere other than from Trader Vic's?
Pernod - Is it still the best Absynth Substitute available?

Hope others find this interesting and/or informative.