Grog

The Grog was the drink of sailors and pirates there by 1650. It was a very popular drinkmade ​​with rum flavorings such as lemon or cloves.

The origin of "grog" is due to the British Admiral Edward Vernon, who was nicknamedOld Grog subordinates by an impermeable layer that always wore made ​​from a material called "grogham". In 1740, Vernon issued an order which the rum (or "rum") should bediluted with water under the supervision of an officer. The sailors would enjoy two servings a day. To improve the taste these added sugar and lime, giving rise to the "grog" we know today, named after the Admiral.

Ingredients:

• 1 Tbsp. sugar.
• 1/2 cup of black rum.
• 1 slice of orange.
• 3 cloves.
• Boiling water.

Preparation:

1. Incorporate the nails in the slice of orange.
2. Put in the bottom of a glass that resists heat, sugar and rum.
3. Fill with water

There Grog vairantes thereof .... as:

• Coffe Grog

3 tbsp. sugar.
1 slice of lemon.
1 shot of rum.
1 large cup of coffee.

Place in a large glass that resists heat sugar, slice of lemon and rum. Mix and pour thehot coffee. Sprinkle with brandy and ignite. Served on fire.

• Grog Brandy

1 tbsp. powdered sugar.
1 glass of brandy.
Boiling milk.

Place in a large glass, sugar and brandy. Fill with boiling milk.

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