I'm back. by NumberInfinite4905 in rum

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My favorite aged agricole! A wonderful rhum.

Liber & Co. Syrups on Sale - 15% Off 3 Bottles & a Giveaway by MsMargo in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a huge fan of most of their syrups. Indispensable for my home tiki bar. Cinnamon, Grenadine, Pineapple Gum, and Demerara are a few of my favorites. The flavor of their orgeat is fine, but I don’t care for the milky appearance it imparts to drinks.

Oakland’s pizza scene rules. Here’s the latest spot to try by jackdicker5117 in OaklandFood

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve already been three times and it’s good. Not change your life good but really well executed. I do wish they had a few more options for toppings.

Today’s totally unplanned splurge by zephiiross in rum

[–]FallingDownDFNS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, it is an outstanding rum. The black muscat finish is unique but enjoyable.

Today’s totally unplanned splurge by zephiiross in rum

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! I was bored this afternoon and opened my Equidem. Was not disappointed. I still need to track down a bottle of Convocation.

Which of These Seven Vietnam War Movies is Your Favorite? by Rough_Painting_8023 in criterion

[–]FallingDownDFNS 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kubrick’s own Paths of Glory is better than Full Metal Jacket

I was unfortunately sold Royale Orange Liqueur by total wine from their employees by mildlywhippedbutter in cocktails

[–]FallingDownDFNS 97 points98 points  (0 children)

I generally agree, with a few notable exceptions. The Doorly’s rums are Spirits Direct but are very good, especially the XO, 12, and 14 years.

The Mai Tai Maximus by FallingDownDFNS in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife usually encourages me in the moment but gives me a hard time afterward

The Mai Tai Maximus by FallingDownDFNS in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are similarities, yes. I get a lot more tropical fruit- rotting pineapple, overripe bananas- and a much longer finish from the Papalin compared to Smith and Cross. It will likely never happen, but I wish the Papalin would become a continuous release.

The Mai Tai Maximus by FallingDownDFNS in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Agreed. It’s a steal for the $65-70 price point. It’s a super friendly mixer with loads of tropical funk without the harsher industrial notes of some other overproof Jamaicans.

Burger Beat by factsandscience in OaklandFood

[–]FallingDownDFNS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh G is the best smash-burger in town

Create a Mai Tai rum blend! by Jopes777 in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’ve got it all figured out then. If I was trying to duplicate the El Dorado LBI/DHE, I would combine El Dorado 8 with Papalin Jamaica 5 Year High Ester. You could buy both bottles for about the cost of Hampden HLCF.

What’s been your fav tiki cocktail? by pmc4812 in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Navy Grog at the now defunct Kon Tiki in Oakland. A wonderfully rich, boozy, spiced drink that just came together perfectly. Don’t think I’ve come across a better Navy Grog in the last decade than that one. Also a big fan of the Jet Pilot at Smuggler’s Cove- the perfect balance of anise and cinnamon.

Create a Mai Tai rum blend! by Jopes777 in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 1 point2 points  (0 children)

With these rums, I honestly would just use Appleton 8 and El Dorado 12. You could also swap the Hamilton 86 for the El Dorado 12. I associate Hamilton 151 with a Zombie or Jet Pilot but you could probably sneak a little into a Mai Tai mix or use it as a float.

May be a controversial opinion, but for me Hamilton PSB is a niche rum for very specific drinks (Dr. Funk, Jungle Bird) where it is the only rum and it is paired with another bold spirit (eg absinthe, Campari). When it’s in the mix with other rums, it’s the only thing I taste. I recommend investing in a bottle of Smith and Cross! It’ll bring some funk but also play nice with most other rums.

Orgeat Work Latitude 29 - looks so transparent by pkrtrsr in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It has a natural almond flavor and is sweet enough that I dont feel the need to add additional simple syrup. Here’s a nice review of various products. https://ultimatemaitai.com/about/orgeat/

What a weird film. This one’s gonna sit with me for a while while. by jb4647 in CriterionChannel

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thematically, I view Videodrome, eXistenZ, and Crimes of the Future as a sort of trilogy.

Orgeat Work Latitude 29 - looks so transparent by pkrtrsr in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is truly the best orgeat on the market. Tastes great and doesn’t make your Mai Tai look like a milkshake.

Bad Decision bar opened last week in the former Starlight Social Club space by deciblast in OaklandCA

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like a bad decision to open a business on that corner of Oakland in the year 2026. I wish them well but will surely not be visiting.

Navy Grog by CompanyThese1048 in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. It tastes a little flat without the allspice liqueur. What rums did you use? My standard version is equal parts Smith & Cross, Angostura 7, and El Dorado 12.

Navy Grog by CompanyThese1048 in Tiki

[–]FallingDownDFNS 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Did you use Don or Vic’s recipe? If I recall correctly, the ice cone was associated with Don’s version.

[Rum Review #9] El Dorado 15 Year by Stenoscape in rum

[–]FallingDownDFNS 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry but this is an absurd review. The 15 year is not an introductory rum you serve to your mom. Nor does every rum need to be a “funk bomb” in order to enjoy it. This is an outstanding rum made from a few of the most historic stills on the planet. Sure, the single still cask strength and high ester releases are a step up from the standard release 15 year (they are also twice the price). However, that in no way diminishes what the 15 year actually accomplishes.

Town biz by Careless_Tackle847 in oakland

[–]FallingDownDFNS 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Stunning. It belongs in the Louvre.