Stuart's Fancy Drinks and How To Mix Them by Thos. Stuart (1904, p.9) — Stuart 1904, opening service section
| 1 pony | Absinthe | base |
| 1 glass | ice — fine ice | base |
| 2 wineglass | water | dilution |
| 4.5 dash | gum syrup — Source says 4 or 5 dashes. | sweetener |
- Shake until the outside of the shaker is covered with ice, then strain into a large bar glass.
Ice: Fine ice