| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Afternoon meal taken one by one isn't to be taken seriously (9) | ||
| Drink alone in a flirtatious way | The Times Cryptic | 21 Jan 2025 |
| In banter (9) | ||
| Vexingly (9) | ||
| Drink alone, as a joke | The Telegraph Toughie | 21 Mar 2023 |
| Drink alone in a provocative way | ||
| Drink one at a time in irritating manner | ||
| In provocative manner, drink alone? | ||
| Drink alone, with intent to annoy |