Modern American Drinks by George J. Kappeler (1895, p.68) — George J. Kappeler 1895
| 1 pony | brandy — brandy | base |
| 3 pony | coffee — black coffee | base |
- Combine the black coffee and brandy.
- Make very cold and serve after dinner.
- Nose
- Cold coffee and brandy give a clean, restrained after-dinner aroma.
- Palate
- This is simpler and less sweet than the coffee-based cocktail and frappé forms, relying on stark contrast rather than confection.
- Finish
- The finish is dry, roasted, and warming.
- Summary
- A cold coffee-and-brandy after-dinner service from the restrained side of the bar.