all sorts
n. A slang term designating the drippings of glasses in saloons, collected and sold at half price to drinkers who are not overly particular.
- Sylva Clapin's "Dictionary of Americanisms, 1902"
Note: Liquorice allsorts derive their name from this custom.
- Sylva Clapin's "Dictionary of Americanisms, 1902"
Note: Liquorice allsorts derive their name from this custom.