Scoops

n.

Heard in Tipperary, Cork, Kilkenny, Clare and Dublin

Alcoholic drinks, typically pints of stout or beer.

In use

C'mon down to de local and we'll sink a few scoops before tea!

Posh English

Come along to the public house and we shall consume a few refreshing beverages before supper!

Same phrase, other counties

  • Few scoopsA few alcoholic drinks.
  • A few scoopsAn invitation to join for drinks in the pub.
  • Snoopy-woopsAlcoholic drinks, particularly pints of beer.
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  • QuartA measure of drink equal to two pints, typically of stout or porter.
  • Black milkshakesPints of stout.