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This is possibly the formula used, however more scholarly
reasearch is in order to make sure that some other variant might have been
imbibed. I will take this on as a "special project" as authenticity is always an
operative imperative. I am currently exploring what exactly what "bar sugar" is.
The Original Ramos Gin FizzInvented in the 1880s by Henry C. Ramos, in his bar at Meyer's Restaurant, this is one of New Orleans' most famous drinks. The secret of its flavor and texture is orange flower water and egg whites. When Huey P. Long was governor of Louisiana he brought with him to New York's Roosevelt Hotel the bartender from the New Orleans Roosevelt just so he could have New Orleans gin fizzes whenever he was in New York. Yeah, sure, every man a king ... From: percy-l-bounces AT lists.ibiblio.org [mailto:percy-l-bounces AT lists.ibiblio.org] On Behalf Of Dye, Steve Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2005 10:02 AM To: Percy-L: Literary and Philosophical Discussion Subject: Re: [percy-l] [BULK] Re: Group Read Suggestions?? I really like the
energy on this list now for Love in the Ruins! Let’s do it!
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