Essence of Cinnamon.—Half an ounce of the essential oil to half an ounce of spirits.

Essence of Clove, Cassia, Nutmeg, and Allspice.—One ounce of any of the oils to half a pint of spirits.

Essence of Peppermint, Rose, and Almonds.—A quarter of an ounce of otto of roses, of essential oil of peppermint, or of almonds, to half a pint of spirits.

Essence of Lemon and Orange.—Three-quarters of an ounce of the essential oils to half a pint of spirits.

Essence of Thyme, Celery, Sage, and Mint.—Half a pint of rectified spirits to an ounce of any of these substances.

Essence of Vanilla.—Half a pint of spirits to half an ounce of vanilla pods.

Essence of Ginger.—Bruised ginger, eight ounces; chillies, quarter of an ounce; digest for a month and strain.

Essence of Cayenne Pepper.—Spirits, six ounces; water, half an ounce; Cayenne pepper, two ounces; red sanders, in powder, half an ounce; digest for ten days and strain.

Concentrated Essence of Ginger.—Unbleached ginger, bruised, one ounce; rectified spirits, two ounces; digest ten days, and strain.

Dried and Smoked Meats