noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
small-group drinking; drinking together in a small party
Rare, literary term for a small, intimate drinking gathering. Often used in formal or written contexts.
旧友と小酌を楽しんだ。
I enjoyed a small drinking party with old friends.
小酌の席で
We talked amicably at the small drinking gathering.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
drinking a little alcohol; light drinking
Rare, literary term for drinking only a small amount of alcohol. Contrasts with heavy drinking.
健康のために小酌にとどめる。
I limit myself to light drinking for my health.