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1Intro^uct^o^.

^T^HIS book is not placed before the

public as a"bar-tender's guide,"nor is

it a list of all the fancy combinations of

various liquors invented to advertise cer

tain establishments, or for imposing on

the ignorant. It is a recipe book com

piled for private use. By following the

directions given, it is hoped that any gentle

man will be able to provide his friends with

most of the standard beverages, mixed in

an acceptable manner.

J'OR the use of those who have not been

in the habit of handling wines, some hints

are given concerning the care, the serving,

and the combining of the various kinds, so

that the qualities of a good dinner will not

be marred by an injudicious disposition of

the liquids.