Adam's ale
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Adam's ale
First recorded in 1635–45
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
"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)
“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
“That second cup of Adam’s ale was better than the first,” he said appreciatively, “and this ’ere’s the best banana I ever nibbled.
From Trapped by Malays A Tale of Bayonet and Kris by Spurrier, Steven
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