Smugglers and Smuggling - brandy and milk p.34

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Here we read of a ritual amongst the smugglers, in which those 'connected with the 'contraband trade' ' assemble in the hills on summer evenings, to drink brandy and milk.

About Reminiscences of Smugglers and Smuggling

This collection of smuggling stories from early 19^th century Hastings includes curious tales of jewellery hidden in fishermens' shoes, and of silk stockings sewn into the lining of petticoats. The author also incorporates a number of sailors’ songs.