Post #772528 by AceExplorer on Mon, Jan 30, 2017 7:25 AM

Michelle66, others have shared similar stories of not being able to get certain rums, syrups, mixers, etc. in their areas. It can be very rewarding to improvise. But on the other hand, you may have access to a lot of other unique and useful things in your area and country which we would love to get our hands on. I hope you find lots of good information and encouragement here on TC.

By the way, you can also make falernum at home. There are numerous recipes online, and there is quite a bit of discussion here on TC as well. I make my own, and I really enjoy the process and then the end result. The lack of choice in overproof rums in your area will require substitution, for example, perhaps with a pleasant vodka instead of the Ron Rico Purple Label. But you also have the opportunity to make two half-batches using vodka for one, and Ronrico for the other. Choose your favorite to go forward with.

Home-made falernum, from my experience, has a much stronger flavor profile than the Taylors. So prepare yourself for some new tastes if you set out to make your own. You will need a Micro Plane-type grater for the lime zests.

Let us know what you do and how it goes. Cheers!