Someone found a journal by George Washington, in his own hand, that included his recipe for beer, and his now infamous eggnog recipe.
1 Pint Brandy
1/2 Pint Rye Whiskey
1/4 Pint Rum
1/4 Pint sherry
1-1/2 Cups Sugar
1 Quart Cream
1 Quart Milk
12 Eggs
It really sets you to think about modern changes to it that can be made. For example using differently aged brandies, using Bourbon instead of Rye, 151 or Dark Rum, different sugars, and unpasteurized cream and milk.
Long ago I read an article about “Fish House Punch” which it was claimed was the reason for a three day gap in Washington’s diary. The Founding Father’s sure knew how to party.