Nutritive Drink
This rich and restorative historical beverage combines the warmth of sherry wine with the creaminess of fresh eggs to create a classic fortified tonic. Known as a 'Nutritive Drink' in the original text, it balances the sweetness of sugar with the bright tang of fresh lemon juice for a unique, custard-like flavor profile. The result is a frothy, energizing cocktail that serves as an elegant digestif or a comforting evening treat.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Sherry wine (Originally '2 liqueur glasses'. Converted to modern measurement (approx. 2 oz per glass).)
- 1/4 cup Sugar (Originally '1 navtank'. Converted to modern volume (approx. 58g or 4 tablespoons).)
- 3 whole Eggs (Use pasteurized eggs if concerned about consuming raw eggs.)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (Originally 'strained juice of 1 lemon'.)
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Instructions
- 1In a mixing bowl or shaker, combine the fresh eggs and sugar. Whisk or beat vigorously until the mixture is pale, frothy, and the sugar has dissolved.
- 2Pour in the sherry wine and the strained lemon juice. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients into a smooth consistency. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
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