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Sours
Sours were drinks proverbially good for an over-taxed
stomach and supercharged nerves. They steadied and re–
newed. They were on call everywhere and were the "hair
of the dog that bit" to all classes of drinkers. The base in–
gredient was employed to conform
with
the individual taste.
Whiskey.
Gin.
Use mixing glass with ice; a teaspoonful of sugar; juice
of 1/2 lemon; a
drink
of Whiskey; shake; strain into sour
glass ; add Seltzer or charged water; slice of orange and
serve.
Same as above, using Gin instead of Whiskey.
Brandy.
Same as above, using Brandy instead of Gin.
Rum.
Same as above, using Rum instead of Brandy.
Cider Brandy or Country Sour.
Same as above, using Cider Brandy instead of
Rum.
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