The other day at Four Roses Al Young mentioned the fact that the term "Mind your Ps and Qs" comes from the days when the coach stopped at the tavern and the people would unload to enjoy a meal and a pint or quart of their favorite beverage. Just before the coach was ready to leave the bartender would tell everybody to "Mind your Ps (Pints) and Qs (Quarts)."
The term "eye-opener" comes from the old days when a person would have a shot of whiskey early in the morning to get their day started. The term "Brand Name" comes from branding the distiller's name on the end of the barrel. I am sure that there are other terms that also have origin in the distillery and/or bar. Can anybody else think of any?
Mike Veach