Liquorice and Keaton have two types of water available to quench their thirst. Since we do not have “city water” my little darlings are offered rainwater collected from the roof. During times of drought this is blended with “city water” trucked in and delivered to our rainwater tank. The other type of water offered is dam water, runoff rainwater collected in earthen “tanks” in the ground for later use on the gardens. When choosing which bucket from which to drink, Keaton has a distinct preference for dam water, a slightly discolored and more full-bodied “drop”. Liquorice being sweet of heart and pure of soul selects fresh sparkling rainwater. Still, while I wander about the place of an afternoon splashing the wet stuff about thirsting gardens after a long hot day, Liquorice follows. When first another hose is turned on, Liquorice is there keen to sample the dam water gushing forth ensuring that the bouquet be pleasant, the hue is correct, the temperature suitably chilled and the flavor acceptable for the sophisticated palates of the horticultural inhabitants of our garden.
Arthur Witten
Liquorice – A refreshing drop bearing a hint of frog and eel with a soupcon of Eucalyptus leaves.
Keaton – If it’s good enough to swim in, it’s good enough to drink!