Roman punch

American  

noun

British.

1. a lemon-water ice flavored with rum or other alcoholic beverage.

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Etymology

Origin of Roman punch

First recorded in 1820–30

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Roman punch

The best of these is the Roman punch, which, coming after the heavy roasts, prepares the palate and stomach for the canvas- back ducks or other game.

From Manners and Social Usages by Sherwood, Mrs. John M. E. W.

When the mould is filled within an inch of the top, cover it with Roman punch, close the mould hermetically, and bury in ice.

From Choice Cookery by Owen, Catherine

Edgar Allan Poe said of Dr. Francis that his conversation was "a sort of Roman punch, made up of tragedy, comedy, and the broadest of all possible farce."

From Julia Ward Howe 1819-1910 by Elliott, Maud Howe

Roman punch is served in all manner of dainty conceits as to glass, imitations of flowers, etc.

From Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society by Cooke, Maud C.

Roman punch, when it is served, comes between the roasts and the game, thus preparing the palate for the new flavor.

From Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society by Cooke, Maud C.