Australia’s First Pure Single Rum Based Falernum
FALERNUM
A tropical cocktail staple with a proper Byron Bay twist.
At Lord Byron Distillery, we love taking old-school classics and giving them our own spin. We are passionate about producing worldclass spirits here in the Northern Rivers of NSW. That’s why our
Falernum is inspired by traditional Caribbean recipes but built around something uniquely Australian — our very own award-winning Pure Single Rum.
The result? A smooth, citrusy, lightly spiced tropical liqueur that’s become a favourite for bartenders and home cocktail lovers chasing something a little different behind the bar.
Whether you’re mixing tiki drinks, Daiquiris, Margaritas or just experimenting at home, Falernum is one of those ingredients that instantly makes cocktails more interesting.
So… What Actually Is Falernum?
Falernum is a classic Caribbean spiced liqueur that’s been used in tropical and tiki cocktails for decades.
Traditionally, it’s made using flavours like:
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Lime
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Ginger
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Clove
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Almond
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Cane sugar
The flavour sits somewhere between citrusy, spicy, sweet and nutty — all at once.
It adds warmth, texture and tropical depth to cocktails without overpowering the spirit underneath. That’s why it’s become a cult favourite in rum bars and cocktail bars around the world.
Our Falernum made with our award winning Pure Single Rum
Most falernum's use neutral spirit as a base. We decided to do things differently.
Our Falernum is built on our own
Pure Single Rum, which gives it a richer texture, more depth, and a smoother finish than traditional styles.
Each botanical — clove, ginger, lime and almond — is distilled individually before being blended back together with our rum and cane syrup.
The final result is a low-alcohol (12%) tropical liqueur that works beautifully in cocktails while still bringing plenty of character on its own.
It’s a small twist on a Caribbean classic, but one that gives Australian bars and rum lovers something genuinely unique.
Falernum, your Missing Cocktail Ingredient
Falernum is one of the easiest ways to level up your cocktails.
Just a small splash can completely change a drink by adding tropical citrus, a warming spice, sweetness, texture & extra depth!
It works especially well in:
Daiquiri & Sours
Swap out simple syrup for Falernum and suddenly your basic sour has way more personality.
Margarita
A tropical alternative to triple sec or Cointreau that adds spice and complexity.
Old Fashioned
Adds warmth, citrus lift and a silky spiced finish.
Tiki Drinks
Honestly… this is where Falernum belongs. Tropical cocktails and Falernum go hand in hand.
Why our local bars Are Loving It
For cocktail bars, Falernum is an easy way to put a fresh spin on classics while keeping drinks approachable.
It gives bartenders the chance to:
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create unique house Margaritas and Daiquiris
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add complexity without adding extra ingredients
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use a locally made Australian product
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reduce reliance on imported liqueurs
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showcase Australian rum in a new way
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It’s versatile, easy to use, and instantly recognisable once people taste it.
Why Use Falernum Instead of Cointreau in your Margarita?
Cointreau is bright, clean and reliable — but Falernum brings a whole lot more personality to a drink.
Instead of just orange sweetness, you get a more complex drink. In a Margarita, Falernum creates something softer, richer and more layered. Less sharp. More rounded. More interesting.
It takes a familiar cocktail and gives it a completely different energy without making it complicated.
A Rum Lover’s Cocktail — The Corn ’n Oil
The Corn 'n' Oil is one of the great classic Caribbean rum drinks.
Simple, bold, and entirely built around the quality of the rum. Think of it like the rum world’s version of an Old Fashioned.
Recipe
20ml
Falernum
15ml fresh lime juice
3 dashes aromatic bitters
Method
Build over ice in a rocks glass and stir briefly.
Top with more ice and garnish with a lime wedge.
Rich rum, citrus, spice and bitters — ridiculously easy drinking.
Cali Margarita with Falernum
A simple tropical riff on a classic Margarita.
Recipe
50–60ml tequila
25ml
Falernum
25ml fresh lime juice
Shake with ice and serve over fresh ice or straight up.
From there, you can play around with:
agave syrup
spicy salt rims
different tequilas
extra citrus
Simple, flexible and seriously delicious.
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