Betoota-isms

Sugarcane Champagne
/ sug-ar-cane sham-'pén /

1. Bundaberg Rum/Bundy Rum
2. Biblical holy water produced and enjoyed in South East
Queensland
3. Official fighting fluid of North Queensland


See also: Cane Cutter's Cordial; Square Bear; Biff Syrup


Ex. 'You've always gotta be careful on a night out in North Queensland, those pubs are full of blokes who fill up on the Sugarcane Champagne and throw hands . . .'

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