17$ sounds like a bargain these days

More along the lines of 59.99 now. Personally I don't like these gastropubs but let's take a moment to talk about Whiskey being indeed the best soup available.
Here's 5 reasons why Whiskey is the best soup:

"The Liquid Comfort Food": Who needs chicken noodle soup when you can have whiskey? Just one sip and you'll forget all about your troubles—along with any coherent thoughts about what constitutes a proper meal. It's like a warm hug for your insides, with a side of intoxication.

"The Boozy Broth Bonanza": Why settle for bland vegetable broth when you can have a rich and robust whiskey broth instead? It's the perfect base for all your favorite soups, adding a smoky depth of flavor that will leave you questioning why you ever bothered with vegetables in the first place.

"The Spirited Stew Solution": Forget about spending hours simmering a pot of stew—just pour in a bottle of whiskey and call it a day! With its intoxicating blend of flavors, whiskey turns any ordinary stew into a culinary masterpiece that will leave your taste buds singing and your head spinning.

"The Whiskey Wisdom Wonders": They say chicken soup is good for the soul, but whiskey soup is good for everything else. From curing a cold to banishing the blues, a steaming bowl of whiskey is the ultimate cure-all for whatever ails you. Just don't ask your doctor for a prescription.

"The Tipsy Taste Sensation": Who needs to chew their food when you can just drink it instead? With whiskey soup, you can skip the spoon and sip your meal straight from the bowl. It's the ultimate lazy man's dinner, with a side of liquid courage to wash it all down. Cheers to that!