Cape May Dip Recipe
The Cape May Dip is a vintage drink recipe from Harry Johnson's New and Improved Bartender's Manual, Harry Johnson, 1882. The original wording is preserved here beside a modernized version for easier mixing.
Source: Harry Johnson's New and Improved Bartender's Manual, Harry Johnson, 1882 . Original wording preserved.
Original Recipe
Use small bar glass. 1 tablespoonful of Jamaica Syrup, 2 or 3 pieces of dried orange peel, 1 spoonful of syrup, small quantity of shaved ice. Fill balance of the glass with Whiskey, stir with spoon and serve.
Modern Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Jamaica syrup
- 2-3 pieces dried orange peel
- Shaved ice
- Whiskey (to fill)
Instructions
Fill a glass with Jamaica syrup, orange peel, and ice. Top with whiskey, stir well, and serve.