Hi I am trying to trace a Christmas ad

criostoirT · 13-12-2023 10:00pm #1

Hi I am asking about a Christmas tv ad, I think late 70’s early 80’s. I remember seeing discussion on here a numbef of years aho but dont know if solved.......A man goes into a glass shop carrying a bottle of sherry I think. He says he would like a glass for a present and proceeds to pour some of the sherry into diff glasses. When he finds the glass he likes best he says “ that was perfect for my present “ meaning the bottle of sherry he was carrying. He happily leaves with his bottle leaving a bemused sales attendant behind. Would love to trace this particular ad. Thanks in anticipation

Roald Dahl · 13-12-2023 10:08pm

I think the ad was for Harvey's Bristol Cream.

Tork · 13-12-2023 10:12pm

Harvey's Bristol Cream was the first name that popped into my head but so far, I can't find the ad on YouTube.

criostoirT · 13-12-2023 10:14pm

Hi tried all that no joy! Thanks

criostoirT · 13-12-2023 10:15pm

Thought so too but have been searching a long time but no joy

Tork · 13-12-2023 10:17pm

Have you tried asking on any British forums? I'm pretty sure the actors on it were English.

criostoirT · 13-12-2023 10:22pm

Yes I have tried as many as I could find but no luck

Tork · 13-12-2023 10:26pm

There's a retro forum on boards. Perhaps somebody there might remember https://www.boards.ie/categories/all-things-retro?utm_source=sidebar_categories

fritzelly · 13-12-2023 10:26pm

Bing chat says "This advert shows a man entering a shop and asking for a bottle of Harvey’s Bristol Cream and a glass. The shopkeeper tells him that they don’t sell glasses, but the man insists that he needs one. The shopkeeper then reveals that he has a hidden stash of glasses behind the counter, and gives one to the man. The man then pours himself a drink and says, “Harvey’s Bristol Cream. The best sherry in the world.” The advert ends with the slogan, “Harvey’s Bristol Cream. One instinctively knows when something is right.”

But I can't find the ad anywhere

criostoirT · 13-12-2023 10:29pm

I think he brings bottle into shop with him. He definitely says " that was perfect for my present" at end in relation to glass. Thanks

Visitflix · 15-12-2023 6:40pm

I've been looking for this ad for years... The bing of the bell above the door... "I'm looking for a glass? Too broad, too long, too shallow... Just Right!"

The man pours himself a Harvey's Bristol Cream and leaves the shop with a " Merry Christmas"

Did you find the ad? I'd love to see it again

criostoirT · 16-12-2023 9:44am

Hi visitflix,

no joy finding the ad but remember it clearly. It must be available somewhere but I have drawn a blank for past couple of years looking for it

Tork · 16-12-2023 10:26am

Have you tried contacting the makers of Harvey's Bristol Cream? Or maybe some ad agencies? BFI?

Cork Lass · 16-12-2023 2:35pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058326826/hi-i-am-trying-to-trace-a-christmas-ad

Loved that ad, If i remember correctly it was for Sandeman Port.

criostoirT · 16-12-2023 7:31pm

I don’t think it was sandeman port but I have looked them up in case but no sign

Jellybaby_1 · 16-12-2023 7:51pm

I don't remember that advert, that was my era too, but I can only offer you the EMVA cream sherry advert with Hinge & Bracket instead, they make me laugh still! If I come across your one I'll let you know.