Falernum #9 [Beachbum Berry Remixed]

Also known as “Falernum #9”. By Paul Clarke, 2000s. ======== 6 ounces Wray & Nephew Overproof White rum Zest of 9 medium limes, with no traces of white pith 40 whole cloves 1 1/2 oz (by weight) peeled, julienned fresh ginger 2 tablespoons blanched, slivered almonds (dry toasted until golden brown) 14 oz cold process 2:1 simple syrup 1/4 tsp almond extract 4 1/2 oz fresh lime juice, strained Combine the rum, slivered almonds, lime zest, cloves and ginger in a jar and seal, letting the mixture soak for 24 hours. Then strain through moistened cheesecloth, squeezing the solids to extract all liquid. Finally, add the almond extract, sugar syrup and lime juice. Shake it all together. ======== Keeps in the fridge for about a month.