The Gentleman's Table Guide by E. Ricket and C. Thomas (1871, p.41)

1 wineglassbrandy base
0.5 wineglassrum base
1 tablespoonsugar — powdered sugar or candybase
milk — Fill up.dilution
1 wineglasswater dilution
ice — shaved iceother
nutmeg — Grated on top.other
  1. Combine the sugar, water, brandy, rum, and shaved ice.
  2. Shake well.
  3. Fill up with milk and grate nutmeg on top.
  4. Serve with two straws.

Garnish: Nutmeg

Ice: Shaved ice

See also: Egg Nogg