Drake's Plantation Bitters, 1862-1890
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Artifact Overview
Bitters is an herb-infused alcoholic mixture. Named for its bitter taste, the liquid was originally developed as a medicinal tonic to help soothe stomach complaints or other digestive disorders. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, patent-medicine dealers bottled and sold the elixir. Americans purchased bitters in simple mold-blown bottles or ones shaped like drums, barrels, or cabins.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Bitters bottle
Date Made
1862-1890
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.12612
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Color
Amber (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 10 in
Width: 3.25 in
Length: 3.25 in
Weight: 1.25 lb
Inscriptions
on bottle:
1860 / PLANTATION / BITTERS
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