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Fancy a fever tree and vodka.

Yes, vodka, not gin, because this is fever tree Mexican lime soda.

Yes, soda, not tonic.

With Mexican lime and Japanese yuzu

for a zesty, refreshing lime soda

that's just sweet enough.

Delicious with vodka,

or on its own.

Vivertree Mexican lime soda,

mix with the best.

Hmm, now that hits the spot.

Hey guys, I hope you're doing well.

You're hearing from a slightly more tired than usual, Tristan, today.

I'm just out on a walk, getting a bit of fresh air.

Had to get up very early this morning to record narration for an upcoming documentary,

coming out on history hit, but builders were appearing at 8 o'clock on the dot outside my window

doing other work nearby and they get the heavy machinery out straight away.

So it was a bit hectic this morning, but got it all done, now getting some fresh air,

before going back this afternoon to prepare for upcoming ancient interviews tomorrow. Now, today's episode, it's all about pirates

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