Post #37842 by thejab on Sat, Jun 7, 2003 12:32 PM

On 2003-06-07 03:11, Traitor Vic wrote:
Cointreau or Triple Sec - Is the difference worth worrying about?

It depends on the cocktail. Cointreau is much stronger in flavor so a little goes a long way. If making a drink with few ingredients, such as a Sidecar (brandy, Cointreau, lemon juice), the difference may be noticeable. However, a Sidecar w/Triple Sec will still taste great. But if making a tropical drink with lots of juice and rum you may not be able to tell the difference so why waste money? If you don't have a unlimited budget get both Triple Sec or Orange Curacao for mixing (as different drinks call for each) and Cointreau if you want for special occasions.

Falernum - Where do you find it?

As already mentioned http://www.davincigourmet.com, or wait until the imported stuff hits the shelves this summer (search TC archives for more info).

GOOD Grenadine - Does Anyone Still Make It!?!

see Basement Kahuna's post. Do not refrigerate.

Lemongrass Cordial - Availabity?

No idea

Maraschino Liqueur - Brand Names?

Sorry to have to contradict Kahuna, while Cherry Heering is an excellent cherry cordial from Denmark it is nothing like Maraschino liqueur, which is made from Marasca cherries and pits and is clear, while Heering is red. Luxardo is the most common brand of Maraschino.

Orgeat Syrup - Available Brands?

see above posts. Do not refrigerate

Passionfruit Juice - Brand Names?

Looza

Passionfruit Syrup - Can you get it anywhere other than from Trader Vic's?

see Kahuna's post. Keep it refrigerated after opening as it contains juice.

Pernod - Is it still the best Absynth Substitute available?

Pernod, Herbsaint, Absente - all work equally well. I bought a bottle of Herbsaint to make Sazeracs and use it whenever Pernod or Absinthe is called for. One bottle should last a long time.