(1) Among these are u2018Lynnu2019 glasses, and ratafia glasses which for some reason have also escaped the attention of the forger.(2) If I can get them, I also like the addition of ratafia or amaretti biscuits soaked with the sponge for texture and that almond flavour.(3) Very narrow flutes are called ratafias - after ratafia , a concoction popular in the mid 18th century.(4) The recipe for Bakewell Pudding given by Eliza Acton was essentially a rich custard of egg yolks, butter, sugar, and flavouring - ratafia is suggested - poured over a layer of mixed jams an inch thick and baked.(5) Very small almond biscuits are still manufactured under the name of u2018 ratafias u2019.
