"Parkhurst, Scott Contractor" wrote: > > Quinine is bitter and is used in a soft drink known as tonic, > > which is often mixed with alcoholic beverages. Excessive use > > may cause cinchonism, a condition characterized by ringing > > of the ears, dizziness, and headache. > > And here I've been blaming the gin all this time! > > Gin & Tonic to wash down some Habanero Cheddar and crackers. > Sounds like a good way to start the weekend. > > Scott... KCK Yeah.......right on! And if your ears start ringing, dont answer them, just keep on with the gin and tonic, until yer too dizzy to see the glash, and next morning, find the headache! Cheers, Doug in BC