1884 How to mix drinks. Bar keepers' handbook (1884)

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Add small wine glass of water Two small lumps of ice; Stir well and serve with a little nutmeg on top if desired , strain. MINT JULEP. (Use large bar glass.) Small tablespoonful of sugar; Four to five sprigs of mint Dissolve well with sugar and water until the flavor of the mint is well extracted ; then take out the mint; Add one and one-half wine glass of brandy; Fill the glass with fine ice and shake well, then take three or four sprigs of mint, insert them in the centre of the ice to form the shape of a bouquet, and ornament with fruits in season ; flavor with Port wine or Jamaica rum ; serve with straw, then smile.

FANCY WHISKEY SMASH. (Use large bar glass.)

Half tablespoonful of sugar Three to four sprigs of mint; Dissolve well in a little water One wine glass of whiskey Fill glass with fine ice; stir well and strain in a sour glass, with fruits in season, and serve.

OLD STYLE WHISKEY SMASH. (Use large bar glass.)

Small tablespoonful of sugar; Three to four sprigs of mint Dissolve well with the sugar and water;

Fill the glass with shaved ice One wine glass of whiskey;