bead

The bubbles which rise on a glass of wine or spirits, by which the strength and quality of the article is known.

Deacon Penrose. Will the Parson taste a little of our New England rum? We call it a prime article, and think it the very best we ever made.

Abel Wilcox. It has as handsome a bead as I ever saw; and we think it possesses a flavor like the West Indies.

Parson Welles. Truly in the words of Scripture, we must say, "Give strong drink to him that is ready to perish." We need something to make our faces shine these dark times.--Margaret, p. 310.

Mr. Bagley broke three slim glasses in the attempt to raise a bead.--Drama at Pokerville.