Pousse l'Amour

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Introduction

In making a Pousse of any kind the greatest care should be observed to keep all the ingredients composing it separate. This may best be accomplished, by pouring the different materials from a sherry wine glass. The accompanying illustration will give a tolerable idea of how this delicious French drink should be prepared. It requires a steady hand and careful manipulation to succeed in making a perfect Pousse.

Info

Serves: 1

Ingredients

• Take ½ glass of Maraschino

• Yolk of one egg

• Enough vanilla cordial to surround the egg

• 1 table-spoonful of fine old brandy

Directions

1.First, pour in the Maraschino, then introduce the yolk with a spoon, without disturbing the Maraschino, next carefully surround the egg with vanilla cordial, and lastly put the brandy on top.

Source

• Pousse L'amour from Jerry Thomas' Bartending Guide or How to Mix Drinks -- original source of recipe, out of copyright