strong waters

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

From Time Magazine Archive

Helms alone does not drink strong waters of any kind.

From Time Magazine Archive

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

Then we were rubbed with strong waters, the which did greatly refresh us, and then, mounting our seventh pair of horses, we did set out for Windsor.

From With Ring of Shield by Magee, Knox

Wholesome advice against the abuse of hot liquors, particularly coffee, tea, chocolate, brandy and strong waters.

From All About Coffee by Ukers, William H. (William Harrison)