[Marshall] Texas Republican, October 13, 1860
The following ascertained with considerable trouble, are the favorite drinks of the candidates now in the field for President and Vice-President; Abe Lincoln, Red Eye Whiskey; Hannibal Hamlin, Wolfe’s Scheidam Schnapps; Stephen A. Douglas, Jersey Lightening [40 rods brand]; H. V. Johnson, Georgia Baldface; Edward Everett, Currant Wine; John Bell, Eau Sucrae; John C. Breckinridge, generally a cold water, but occasionally a little fine Old Otard; Joe Lane, Pure old Rye.—Boston Post.