Adam's ale

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A cooling plunge at the break of day, A paddle, a row, or sail, With always a fish for a mid-day dish, And plenty of Adam's ale.

From The Ontario Readers Third Book by Ontario. Ministry of Education

They warn't put into Adam's ale for nothin', that's a fact.'

From Nature and Human Nature by Haliburton, Thomas Chandler

“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

The brook gave Adam's ale of unsurpassed crystal.

From Rainbow Valley by Montgomery, L. M. (Lucy Maud)

"I suppose the stingy one at home only drinks Adam's ale?"

From Mark Hurdlestone Or, The Two Brothers by Moodie, Susanna