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Esprit de Bouquet

Take 4 Imperial fluid drachms oil of lavender; oil of bergamot and oil of cloves, each 1½ fluid drachms; essence of musk and oil of verbena, each fluid drachm; attar of roses, 5 to 6 drops; and rectified spirit, 1 pint; mix, and agitate frequently for a day or two. A very powerful and agreeable scent.

Another method is as follows.-Orange-flowers,

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