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📝 Description
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🥘 Ingredients
1-1/2 pint of boiling water, the juice of 4 lemons, the rinds of 2, 1/2 pint of sherry, 4 eggs, 6 oz. of loaf sugar.
👨🍳 Method
Pare off the lemon-rind thinly, put it into a jug with the sugar, and pour over the boiling water. Let it cool, then strain it; add the wine, lemon-juice, and eggs, previously well beaten, and also strained, and the beverage will be ready for use. If thought desirable, the quantity of sherry and water could be lessened, and milk substituted for them. To obtain the flavour of the lemon-rind properly, a few lumps of the sugar should be rubbed over it, until some of the yellow is absorbed.
📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.
⭐ Reader Reviews
Honest opinions from readers who have explored this book.
I tried this Nourishing Lemonade recipe, intrigued by the idea of a Victorian-era cocktail. I found the process delightfully straightforward, with a charming old-fashioned touch: rubbing sugar on lemon rinds to extract flavor. It was a small detail, but it made me feel connected to the past in a way that modern recipes often don't. This lemonade is perfect for the weeknight cook who wants to impress without too much fuss. The sherry adds a warmth that makes it feel indulgent, while the eggs create a surprising creaminess. I served it chilled, and it was a hit at my dinner party. The best part? The recipe is easily adaptable—you can adjust the sherry and water ratio to taste, or even substitute milk for a non-alcoholic version. Next time, I'll try it with a splash of vodka for a modern twist.
