Thirst Relief
From Dr. M'Millan's formulas and domestic guide, 1882
Serves 6
Presented as published in 1882. Historical recipes may not meet modern food-safety standards. Cook from the modern interpretation below, not the original instructions.
A modern interpretation · AI-generated from the original record
Ingredients
- Dilute nitric acid 2 fluid drams.
- Nitrate of potash 1 dram.
- Simple syrup 2 ounces.
- Aqua (water) 1 pint.
Method
Mix—Take a wine-glassful as often as the case requires until the thirst disappears.
As published
This recipe was extracted from Dr. M'Millan's formulas and domestic guide (1882) by M'Millan, Alexander M. D., page 8. The excerpt below is the record exactly as published.
Dilute nitric acid 2 fluid drams. Nitrate of potash i dram. Simple syrup 2 ounces. Aqua (water) i pint.
Cook this with the app: pantry check, scaling, and the assistant.