How a 1925 cocktail book defines the era of prohibition
In short: This video explores a classic 1930 Eclipse Rum Cocktail. Originally published in England, this recipe offers a taste of the prohibition era through a drink designed to be prepared in bulk for social gatherings.
The Eclipse Rum Cocktail is sourced from a book by Nina Toye and A.H. Adair, which was first released in 1925. Interestingly, while the recipe is associated with the prohibition era, the book was published in England, a country that did not experience prohibition.
To recreate this historical drink, the recipe calls for a specific ratio: four parts rum, one part Chartreuse, and one part sweetened lemon juice. While the original instructions suggest mixing the ingredients in bulk to portion out during a party, this version focuses on making individual servings.
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