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An example of the Test Pilot Punch, the mixed drink (drink), by based on a cocktail by Don the Beachcomber, featuring Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaica Rum, The Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum, John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum, orange-flavored liqueur, lime juice, pastis, Angostura bitters, lemon wheel, and maraschino cherry; photo by Lee Edwards

 Test Pilot Punch

Shake with ice:

1.5 oz Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaica Rum

0.75 oz The Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum

0.75 oz John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum

0.5 oz orange liqueur

0.5 oz lime juice

2 dash Angostura Bitters

6 dash pastis

Double-strain into a tiki mug.

Fill with crushed ice.

Garnish with a lemon wheel and cherry.

based on a cocktail by Don the Beachcomber


The Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum bottle

The Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum

West IndiesTrinidad 49.0% ABV

49.0% ABV

Scarlet Ibis is a blend of three- to five-year aged Trinidad rums, with classic flavors of toffee, tobacco, and dark honey on a firm, dry backbone. This is old-school rum, without the now-common influence of other wines and spirits, chill filtration, excess dilution, or added sugar. Scarlet Ibis shines in a Corn 'n' Oil, Palmetto (Rum Manhattan), and Mai Tai, as well as in simple sour drinks. This project, named for the national bird of Trinidad, was originally commissioned and blend-selected by Death & Co in New York. Full details

The Scarlet Ibis Trinidad Rum label

SKU Vintage Region Origin Desc Cepage % Alc Size/Pack Finish BTL Barcode Cs Barcode Cs Wgt
HZ 8010NVTrinidadTTRum49.0%750/12screwcap9024153090856902415309084915.60 kg
Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaica Rum bottle

Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaica Rum

England (Jamaica) 57.0% ABV

57.0% ABV

Smith & Cross Jamaica Rum contains only Wedderburn and Plummer pot still distillates, famous for their notes of caramelized banana, exotic fruits and spice and earthy finish. This is old-school rum, without the now-common influence of other wines and spirits, chill filtration, excess dilution, or added sugar. The complexity and flavor depth of this Navy Strength (57%) rum makes it a cornerstone of classic rum drinks, and the best Jamaican rum for providing the richness that punches and Tiki drinks require. The mark of Smith & Cross traces its lineage to 1788 as one of England’s most prominent handlers of Jamaica Rum. Full details

Smith & Cross Traditional Jamaica Rum label

SKU Vintage Region Origin Desc Cepage % Alc Size/Pack Finish BTL Barcode Cs Barcode Cs Wgt
HZ 8050NVJamaicaJARum57.0%750/12T Cap5021692500949502169250095614.80 kg
John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum bottle

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 almond 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. Full details

John D. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum label

SKU Vintage Region Origin Desc Cepage % Alc Size/Pack Finish BTL Barcode Cs Barcode Cs Wgt
HZ 8020NVBarbadosBBRum Liqueur11.0%750/12screwcap72480300105672480300188316.90 kg