A nightcap is a drink taken shortly before bedtime. For example, a small alcoholic drink or glass of warm milk can supposedly promote a good night's sleep.[1][2]
A Bedtime Drink by Dutch painter Johannes Rosierse (c. 1860)
Nightcaps can be neat or mixed. They should not be served chilled or on the rocks, because their point is to induce a feeling of warmth.[3] The hot toddy is usually considered the original nightcap.[4] Other traditional nightcaps include brown liquor like brandy or bourbon,[3] and cream-based liqueurs such as Irish cream. Wine, especially fortified,[5] can also function as a nightcap.[6] Since some nightcaps are made of amaro, a digestif, they are believed to also make settling into bed easier by promoting digestion.[4]
A nightcap was originally alcoholic, since it makes the drinker feel warm and helps them sleep, just like the garment of the same name.[10] However, warm milk is often recommended as a nightcap for inducing sleep. It contains both tryptophan and calcium.[11] The effectiveness of warm milk for inducing sleep is disputed.[12]
In 1930, Ovaltine was advertised as "the world's best 'night-cap' to ensure sound, natural sleep".[10]
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Schaap, Rosie (November 13, 2011), "Rules for an Honorable Nightcap", The New York Times.
Hamblin, James (January 23, 2013), "Never Say Yes to a Nightcap", The Atlantic.
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