Shopping List From 1849's California Gold Rush

The following are minimum amounts necessary for an eight day trip in the mountains:

8 lbs potatoes

1 bottle whiskey

1 bottle pepper sauce

1 bottle whiskey

1 box tea

9 lbs onions

2 bottles whiskey

1 ham

11 lbs crackers

1 bottle whiskey

3 dozen sardines

2 bottles brandy, (4th proof)

6 lbs sugar

1 bottle brandy, (4th proof)

7 lbs cheese

2 bottles brandy, (4th proof)

1 bottle pepper

5 gallons whiskey

4 bottles whiskey (old Bourbon)

1 small keg whiskey

1 bottle of cocktails, (designated "starter")