Astringent

Classic · Wine · Rocks glass

From The Ideal Bartender by Tom Bullock (1917) — first cocktail book by an African-American bartender, published while at the St. Louis Country Club. Original spec: 2 ingredients; method: "Fill up with Brandy; stir gently and serve with little Nutmeg on top.".

GlassRocks glass
GarnishNone
ABV13%
Categoryprohibition
Flavorclassic, pre-prohibition, bullock-1917, historic

Ingredients

  • Port2 oz
  • Jamaica Ginger6 dashes

Method

  1. Add port and jamaica ginger to mixing glass with ice
  2. Stir until well chilled
  3. Strain into chilled rocks glass