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As “Papa” always said, British Colonialism had its high points. It encouraged the preparation of all sorts of gin drinks that are with us to this day. I am quite sure, for example that Pimms No.1 cup was invented during this time. Pimms with a little gin, some lime juice and a large spritz of soda and tonic makes a fantastic late summer drink.
Which brings us to this post. In the British West Indies a tonic of a different kind was developed during the 1800s callled Royall Bay Rhum. This makes a great after shave, and makes your head tingle when you massage it into your hair. Hemingway (pictured) was a fan. For all we know it could be used as a shampoo. Or, if you are into derelict chic (as Will Ferrel showed us in Zoolander), an aperitif.
