While it’s true that wine, beer and whiskey were largely consumed in most Western saloons, many also offered fancy mixed drinks. They were quite popular in the wealthier communities, like San Francisco, Denver and Dodge City. Now that you’re probably all psyched up for a hand of poker, why not mix it up 1800s’ style with these popular drinks that were served in the Wild West, taken from Harry Johnson’s Bartenders’ Manual, 1882. Whiskey Cocktail • 3⁄4 glass of shaved ice • 1


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