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Helms alone does not drink strong waters of any kind.

From Time Magazine Archive

Perhaps only through such filters as Alexander platz will Joyce's strong waters be made potable to the public.

From Time Magazine Archive

They bring with them baskets of provisions, hams and shoulders, eggs, and the indispensable allowance of strong waters.

From The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 by Lespérance, John

Now 'twas selling them Necessaries for the voyage at exorbitant rates; or promising them, for cash in hand, to deliver them Luxuries, such as Tobacco, playing-cards, and strong waters, at the Port of Embarkation.

From The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 2 Who was a sailor, a soldier, a merchant, a spy, a slave among the moors... by Sala, George Augustus

Add the palate of a gourmet born, a free hand at the fat, the sweet, strong waters and high flavors—what wonder it is to envy those of us they fed!

From Dishes & Beverages of the Old South by McCulloch-Williams, Martha