Title: Jeff Davis Punch
Categories: Miscell, Beverages, Crowd
Yield: 1 Recipe
1 1/2 pt Lemon juice
3 1/2 lb Sugar; dissolve in water
12 Bottles Claret
1 1/2 Bottles Sherry
1/2 Bottle Brandy
1/4 Bottle Rum
1 c Marachino
3 Bottles Ginger ale
6 Bottles Soda
2 Lemons; slice thin
1 Orange; slice thin
1/2 Cucumber; slice thin
This recipe was found in the personal papers of
President Jefferson Davis and was served for the
Holidays at the Confederate White House. Mix all
ingredients and garnish with thin slices of lemon,
orange, and cucumber (with peel). If too strong, water
may be added until the quantity reaches 5 gallons.
Best made 24 hours ahead of time, add soda and ginger
ale just before serving. Serve with plenty of ice.
Source: F.F.V. RECIPE BOOK, Museum of the Confederacy;
Linda Crist, Ed., Jefferson Davis Papers; Reprinted in
the 100th Birthday Cookbook, Texas Division UDC
Formatted By: Joe & Lynda Beaugez, HSNX53A; Metairie,
LA
