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Fish House Punch

One of the oldest drink recipes around—it may be nearing 300—and still the recipe’s authenticity is in dispute.
July 1951
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Gourmet’s Champagne Punch

This festive Champagne punch is the perfect wedding-party libation: It looks as beautiful as it tastes.
June 1959
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Madras

A rare plaid drink, this snow cone of a cocktail uses seven different liqueurs AND a tablespoon of Cognac.
November 1959
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Banana Daiquiri

The top banana, or at least the top banana daiquiri, originated on the island of St. Thomas.
June 1958
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Yip Pip Cocktail

Lovers of classic cocktails bemoan the rise of the vodka Martini, but if you use good vermouth, this is actually quite delicious.
August 1952
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Dunham Cooler

Orange juice tends to dominate whatever spirit it’s mixed with, but here the bourbon actually stands up to it.
July 1952
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Ramos Fizz

This drink is all about texture, which is why it’s such a pain to make—it requires a full five minutes of vigorous shaking.
April 1952
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Singapore Sling

The lime juice in this recipe is somewhat controversial—it was not part of the original formula—but trust us, the drink needs it.
August 1953
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Zombie

It sounds like a typical tiki drink, but the Zombie first became popular at the 1939 World’s Fair, in New York City.
August 1954
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Ski Lift

Après ski, or anytime there’s a nip in the air, this citrusy hot toddy—made with bourbon or rye—will warm you up.
November 1955
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