Meaning of Death in the Afternoon | Babel Free

Definitions

An alcoholic cocktail made with absinthe, champagne, and sometimes a twist of lemon.

Examples

““I'll do a Death in the Afternoon.” “Are you going to commit to the drink?” She pulled a cigarette from her purse and lit it. “Yes, repeated four times.” Bryan smiled, “Okay.” “You seem surprised.” “No, just impressed.””

“I made three drinks—the first one was a “Death in the Afternoon”—a straightforward drink with absinthe and champagne, but one that gave me the chance to explain the science behind effervescence.”

“Demon attendants scuttled about, carrying trays filled with delectable treats and lots and lots of alcohol. Supes loved their libations. One of the servers swooped into the study and offered me a Death in the Afternoon.”

““Then I have just the drink for you—two Death in the Afternoons coming up.” As he walked away, I swung around to study the dance floor. There was an intriguing mix of both young and old in the room, and the atmosphere in the place was[…]”

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