Mark Twain

    Shake and strain into a cocktail glass.

    Origin: This drink was described in a letter written by Mark Twain to his wife Olivia in January, 1874, from London. He mentions enjoying a drink made from these ingredients every day before breakfast, dinner, and going to bed, and requests that they be made available to him in the bathroom upon his return home.

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