Stone Fence

The Washington Post, November 23, 2008

• • Cuisine: American
• • Course: Beverage

Summary:

This is an early-American tavern drink that predates even the 19th-century cocktail guides. David Wondrich, in his book "Esquire Drinks," says the name of the Stone Fence "hints at the effect produced by getting outside too many of these, which is not unlike that produced by running downhill into one."

1 serving

Ingredients:

• • 2 ounces bourbon or applejack or apple brandy or Scotch
• • 2 ice cubes
• • Alcoholic cider (6 to 7 percent alcohol)

Directions:

Pour the bourbon or applejack or apple brandy or Scotch into a pint glass. Add the ice cubes and fill with the cider.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from "Barflies & Cocktails," by Harry McElhone (originally published in 1927; reissue by Mud Puddle Books, 2008).

256 calories, 0g fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 14mg sodium, 12g carbohydrates, 0g dietary fiber, n/a sugar, 1g protein.