The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2062 — Rum Glaze
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2062 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Rub a quarter pound fine sugar with three quarters tablespoon rum and juice of half a lemon.
Alternatively use a tiny pinch citric acid or three to four drops Rhine-wine vinegar instead of the lemon juice.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2062. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.