1899 The Mixicologist by C F Lawlor

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THE MIXICOEOGIST.

Maraschino originated with the Italians. For years the Pope sent this delicious liquor to all the grandees of the world. Queen Elizabeth of Eng land was extravagantly fond of it,and,as if to honor it, drank it from a goblet of gold. The basis of Maraschino is black cherries,jasmine, roses, orange flowers, etc., fermented and distilled. It is recom mended as an anodyne against nervousness. It is extensively used in the preparation of jellies, sor bets, pastry,etc. Montana is prepared from the juices of plants, flowers, roots, etc., growing on the highest moun tains of America, principally the Rockies and Alle- ghanies.' It is a powerful digestive, suitable for everybody, but principally for the aged and debili tated. It should generally be taken after dinner. Curacao, dub (sweet) and sec (dry), also triple sec, has foi its basis the peel of the young bitter orange growing generally in the island of Curacao, a possession of Holland,off South America. It is a digestive,and is used as a preventive against fever. It is white or gxeen in color. Anisette is recommended for the cure of flatu lency, colic, etc. The aroma and flavor of this deli cious, ancient, and popular liquor Is obtained from annis seed.