Adam's ale
Example Sentences
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Soda-water was the sole product of the lemonade factories; but the quality of Adam's ale tasted worse and was more suggestive of typhoid in that form than in any other.
From The Siege of Kimberley by Phelan, T.
A Rechabite poor Will must live, And drink of Adam's ale.
From Handy Dictionary of Poetical Quotations by Various
They had a special objection to carrying fresh water, and nearly always bolted when they discovered it was "Adam's ale" that was swishing about on the outside of their hump.
From "Over There" with the Australians by Knyvett, R. Hugh (Reginald Hugh)
“Sling along the Adam’s ale, old girl,” said Jim at this point in her reverie.
From The Stronger Influence by Young, F.E. Mills
"There, my boy, there's Adam's ale for you," said he, and into the glass of hot water he popped a peppermint lozenge.
From Lords of the North by Laut, Agnes C. (Agnes Christina)
