As the season of office Christmas parties is upon us, it's probably time to pull out this old roasted chestnut, a video of me explaining where the names of drinks come from.
Wormwood and Gall...I am sure these gentlemen cut me a three-piece after a foolish visit to Saville Row with the proceeds of a good win on the horses in my pocket. Though it still hangs in my wardrobe, I wore it once and once only.
Cheers! And many thanks!
ReplyDeleteIn vino veritas. Thank you for conducting this important etymological research... and festive greetings!!
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DeleteWormwood and Gall...I am sure these gentlemen cut me a three-piece after a foolish visit to Saville Row with the proceeds of a good win on the horses in my pocket. Though it still hangs in my wardrobe, I wore it once and once only.
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