Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady

Originally posted by Bob the Bartender on the Dark Shadows: General Discussion Forum on February 26, 2002 at 08:18:20:

Dear Fellow DS Fans,

Apparently, the toddy is the drink of choice for most of the inhabitants of the Old House. I wonder if Ben ever brought a "hot" toddy to Mr. Barnabas to help soothe his sore throat? And speaking of "hot," what about that steamy scene between Ben and Angelique in the comely witch's bedroom today? I thought that we were going to be treated to a Dark Shadows version of "Lady Chatterly's Lover." (I think that I needed a toddy after that scene!)

Getting back to the subject of toddies, do you think that Bob Rooney still served toddies at the Blue Whale in 1968? Maybe Sam Evans or Willie Loomis ordered one for the road right when Bob was getting ready to close the bar at 3:00 AM. Toddies consist of rum, water, sugar and spices.

A final question, has anyone ever had a toddy in the last thirty years? I don't think that they serve them at P.J. Clarke's up on Third Avenue. Perhaps I'm missing a wonderful libation.

Siscerely,

Bob the Bartender, who leaves you with the late, great Jim Morrison's plaintive plea, "Oh show me the way to the next whiskey bar!"

Posted by Gerard on February 26, 2002 at 09:43:43:
In Reply to: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 08:18:20:

A final question, has anyone ever had a toddy in the last thirty years?

I've had 'em, Bob! Actually, they are very good when one is in a sickly state. The best one for a fever is to use hot tea, either brandy or rum, and honey. It'll burn that nasty, old fever right outta ya. Or, depending upon the amount of rum or brandy, you think it has.

Gerard

Posted by RingoCollins on February 26, 2002 at 10:09:59:
In Reply to: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 08:18:20:

....suggestion....re: steamy scene between Ben and Angie [and we still haven't heard the 'S' word yet!!]

Keep yer eyes on the road,
and yer hands where we can see'em


cheers,
Ringo

Posted by jennifer on February 26, 2002 at 11:32:13:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Gerard on February 26, 2002 at 09:43:43:

Thanks guys for the recipes I have a wicked(and I mean wicked)cold right now and think I'll try one tonight
(why not I've tried everything else!)at the very least i'll pass out and get some much needed sleep!!!!
jennifer

Posted by Gerard on February 26, 2002 at 13:09:53:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by jennifer on February 26, 2002 at 11:32:13:

It'll work, Jennifer, trust me!

Gerard

Posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 14:20:53:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by RingoCollins on February 26, 2002 at 10:09:59:

Hey Ringo,

I think that it's quite appropriate (if not topical)that we invoke the memory of the "physically expressive" rock vocalist, Jim Morrison, in our discussion of the Angelique Bouchard/Ben Stokes relationship.

Bob the Bartender, who suggests that we next discuss the similarities between Ben Stiller's likeable character in "There's Something About Mary" and the patriarch of the 1795 Collins family, "Jolly" Joshua Collins.

Posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 14:24:53:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Gerard on February 26, 2002 at 09:43:43:

Gerard,

Thanks for the information. I can't wait to get sick!!!

Bob the Bartender, a man who never went to a "Happy Hour" that he didn't like.

Posted by Midnite on February 26, 2002 at 14:38:56:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 14:20:53:

I think that it's quite appropriate (if not topical)that we invoke the memory of the "physically expressive" rock vocalist, Jim Morrison, in our discussion of the Angelique Bouchard/Ben Stokes relationship.

On no, did I miss Angelique's imitation of the Supremes?! I didn't get to watch today.

Hope you feel better soon, Jennifer!

Posted by RingoCollins on February 26, 2002 at 15:10:13:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Midnite on February 26, 2002 at 14:38:56:

On no, did I miss Angelique's imitation of the Supremes?!

If you mean the reference to 'talk to the hand' - yep, that was today!

these are some great eps - seems like the whole crew is knocking out everything with gusto! [but maybe it's just the salad!]

Posted by Vlad on February 26, 2002 at 17:26:03:
In Reply to: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 08:18:20:

Bob, you might want to check the "Favorite Collinwood Libations" thread from last week -- some of your questions were already answered!

-Vlad

Posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 17:49:28:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Vlad on February 26, 2002 at 17:26:03:

Vlad,

Many thanks. I'll drink to that suggestion!

Bob the Bartender, an aspiring teetotaler.

Posted by Julia99 on February 26, 2002 at 19:10:36:
In Reply to: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Bob the Bartender on February 26, 2002 at 08:18:20:

A final question, has anyone ever had a toddy in the last thirty years?

I had one just two weeks ago . .hmmmm very tasty. . it was cold by the Bay . . . Me and Otis sang it you know. . .Sitting in the evening sun . .. J99

Posted by Bob the Bartender on February 27, 2002 at 12:34:45:
In Reply to: Re: Ben Stokes: Angelique's Toddy Toady posted by Julia99 on February 26, 2002 at 19:10:36:

Dear Julia99,

A personal question, if I might. Does Michael Bolden know about you and Otis sitting in the evening sun?

Sincerely,

Bob the Bartender, a big fan of both Vicki Carr and Dionne Warwick.