A Paralytic Gargle.
Take white Wine half a pint; Mustard made up as it comes to Tables 2 ounces; Savory (or Thyme) water 4 ounces; Honey of Roses 2 ounces; Vinegar enough to render it pretty Tart, Mix.
Riverius prescribeth thus. Take Mustard seed powder'd 1 dram; Vinegar of Roses, white Sugar, each 1 ounce; Water 3 ounces; mix.
Instead of Savory or Thyme water (if not at hand) may be substitured a Decoction of Sassaphras.
Thomas Fuller
Pharmacopeia Extemporanea 1710