Sonny's Blues

Is there something symbolic about the actual drink the narrator sends to Sonny at the end of the story (a scotch and milk)?

Is there something symbolic about the actual drink the narrator sends to sonny at the end of the story (a scotch and milk)

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The drink is symbolic because it illustrates Sonny's dual personality. The scotch symbolizes Sonny's addiction. The milk symbolizes his innocence.

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Sonny's Blues

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