Bartender Harry Craddock, an Englishman, moved to America and during prohibition, moved back to England in 1920 and joined the American Bar at the Savoy Hotel in London. His book, "The Savoy Cocktail Book", published in 1930, includes this classic cocktail as a favorite "pick-me-up" beverage. Dry gin, orange cordial, Lillet blanc, absinthe, & lemon juice. "Get up & dance!"