RAMOS GIN FIZZ

Forget the Bloody Mary for a hangover cure. Contrary to what Hemingway would say. Your stomach (not to mention your nerves!) needs something soothing and relaxing. What better way than to imbibe some concoction with cream in it. I'm not talking about any old concoction. I'm talking about a classic cocktail from the late 1800's. The Ramos Gin Fizz.
If you can't import a bartender from New Orleans to mix it for you, here's how:
("Here's How" was actually a common toast in the 1920's and 1930's. Instead of saying "cheers" or "heads up," or "here's to ya," people would say: "Here's How!")

RAMOS GIN FIZZ

In a large shaker, without ice, pour:
one-and-a-half oz. gin
one-half oz. fresh lemon juice
one-half oz. fresh lime juice
one oz. simple syrup
3-4 dashes orange flower water
2 oz. fresh cream
white of one egg

Shake vigorously for 3-4 minutes
add ice, then shake for another minute, until cold and frothy
pour into Collins glass or large tumbler
top off with club soda

When drinking this classic when nursing a hangover, remember that there are more old drunks alive than old doctors alive!