One drinks because he's very hot,
As we are often told;
Another can't refuse a pot,
Because he's very cold.
A third will drink because he's wet,
Its benefits to try;
A fourth must sure a tankard get,
Because he's very dry.
Another must a bargain make,
And have a glass to strike it;
While one and all the liquor take,
Because, in fact, they like it.
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