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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- cognac,
- brandy,
- champagne,
- summer
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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- rum,
- summer,
- spirits,
- beverages
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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- vodka,
- vermouth,
- summer
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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- bourbon,
- summer,
- spirits,
- beverages
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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- gin,
- spring,
- spirits,
- beverages
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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
- Keywords
- gourmet's favorite cocktails: 1941-2009,
- gin,
- summer,
- spirits,
- beverages