A heady mix at matrix

To Matrix chambers for the opening party of the new concept in barristers' chambers, where Obiter enjoyed tucking into the ample food supplies.

But the 'champagne cocktail' led many guests to conclude that Matrix might find itself on the wrong side of a human rights torture inquiry come October.

From the moment it hit the back of your throat to when it kicked you violently in the stomach, the cocktail was this summer's meanest beverage bandit so far.

Judging by his good spirits, the Prime Minister - better known last week as the husband of an important member of Matrix - did not stay long enough to enjoy the concoction.