Falernum

• servings: 3 cups

Ingredients

8 ounces rum, overproof (preferably Hart's 151)

40 cloves, whole

10 limes, zested

3 ounces ginger, peeled and diced

1/4 nutmeg, grated

1 batch rich simple syrup (see Editor's Note)

Directions

Mix rum, cloves, lime zest, ginger and nutmeg together in a sealed container, and let sit for 24 hours.

Strain the infusion with a fine mesh sieve and blend it with the rich simple syrup (see Editor's Note).

Let the syrup and infusion marry for several hours before use.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one month.

Notes

To make the syrup, add 20 ounces of granulated sugar to 10 ounces of hot water. Mix together until sugar is full dissolved, and let cool.