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drawing of a jigger drawing of a champagne fluteTrue Velvet

Build in a flute:

1 sugar cube

4 dashes Angostura Bitters

0.75 oz John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum

4 oz dry sparkling wine

Stir.

An example of the True Velvet, the mixed drink (drink) featuring sparkling wine, John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum, Angostura bitters, and lump of sugar; photo by Madison Young

John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum

West IndiesBarbados 11.0% ABV

11.0% ABV

Falernum is indigenous to Barbados, where Velvet Falernum is a longtime staple item of its many resorts and bars. The sweetness, spice, and nutty character of this rum-based liqueur provides weight and texture to classic rum and wine punches. Today, Falernum is a staple for tropical drinks such as swizzles, Zombies, and other Tiki drinks. Try the island favorite with 2 parts aged rum, 3 dashes Angostura and a squeeze of lime. Add to wine and orange juice for a quick, delicious Sangria. John D Taylor’s Velvet Falernum is considered by many as the original Falernum, and is today produced by famed rum distiller R.L. Seale Ltd.

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