Still Game stars share secrets behind their iconic scene
Still Game creators, Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan, delighted fans by sharing the story behind the Glasgow show's celebrated p*** pot skit.
The pair, who played best mates Jack Jarvis Esq and Victor McDade, posted the revelation on their shared Instagram account, tied to their blended Scotch whisky brand, Jack & Victor, which they launched in 2021 in homage to their much-loved alter egos.
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The distilled spirit was a crowd-pleaser from day one and has remained a sales phenomenon since its May 2021 debut.
While watching the show, the pair shared a few secrets—not just how they came up with the idea, but also what was really in the pot.
Greg Hemphill said: "We used to write at Ford's house.
"He had a big carpet and we used to take turns going and making the tea.
"Whenever one of us came in, pretty much about once every two weeks, one of us would pretend to trip on the carpet and throw an empty cup over the other."
Despite knowing the joke, they never tired of catching each other off guard.
This eventually inspired the writing of the popular scene.
Ford admitted that when it came to going bigger, they stuck to one rule—do it the Still Game way
He said: "The way to top out on that is to fill a big pot with p*** and throw it over your pal."
However, in a bid to manage fans' curiosity, Hemphill put an end to the speculation of what was actually in the pot.
He explained: "It's apple juice, apple juice and orange juice, because that was what they put in it to make it 'aw cloudy'."
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The joke went down well with fans, who were quick to comment on their excitement.
One fan admitted: "Doesn't matter how many times I see that bit, it's still funny."
Another commenter expressed hope that the duo could collaborate again, saying: "I love Still Game, hopefully, Ford and Greg can do another show."
While a third fan added: "That'll be me away to binge it again."
Jack and Victor's drink is described as "wonderfully balanced" with flavours of sweet malted barley, honeyed orchard fruits, vanilla and oak spice, and a delicate peat smokiness.
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