Essence of Patch′ouli

Syn. E ence de patchoulie , Esprit de pouchâ pât [Fr.]. Prep. 1. Indian patchouli (leaves or foliaceous tops), 2 1 ⁄ 2 lb.; rectified spirit, 9 pints; digest for a week; add of water, 1 gall.; oil of lavender (Mitcham), 3 dr.; common salt, 2 lbs.; agitate well together, distil over (rapidly) 1 gallon, and add of e ence of musk, 3 1 ⁄ 2 fl. dr. A very fashionable perfume. E ence of patchouli, thus prepared, has been largely used, both at court and by the nobility generally. 2. Patchouli, 3 oz.; rectified spirit, 1 pint; digest a week, pre , and filter. A still commoner kind is made with proof spirit.