I note the derogatory rumors concerning the use of alcoholic stimulants and lavish living. It is the penalty of greatness.

Now don't say you can't swear off drinking; it's easy. I've done it a thousand times.

If pigs had wings, they would be pigeons.

So long as the presence of death lurks with anyone who goes through the simple act of swallowing, I will make mine whiskey.

Variant: I was driven to drink by a woman. I am forever grateful, yet I never had the good manners to thank her.

It is impossible to find twelve fair men in all the world.

Ain't fit for man nor beast