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Commotion lotion
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(Scottish) Buckfast Tonic Wine, a strong fortified wine popular in parts of Scotland
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Inanimate
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Plural form
commotion lotions
What does "commotion lotion" mean in Scottish slang?
It is used in Scotland, especially in Glasgow and the West of Scotland, to refer to Buckfast Tonic Wine, a strong (15%) caffeinated fortified wine associated with antisocial behavior, public disorder, and street drinking. People typically say "He's been drinking commotion lotion again" or "Two bottles of commotion lotion and he was off." The term originated in late 20th or early 21st century Scottish slang, playing on the drink's reputation for causing trouble, and remains common in casual and police contexts.
Examples
He brought a bottle of commotion lotion to the party.



























