What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sounds on instrument after you and I hit the bottle (3,4,7)" mean?

This cryptic clue uses wordplay to arrive at the answer. Visit the page for progressive hints — definition, wordplay type, and a full step-by-step explanation.

What is the answer to "Sounds on instrument after you and I hit the bottle (3,4,7)"?

The answer is wet one's whistle.

Sounds on instrument after you and I hit the bottle (3,4,7)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3222 | 3 Down | 2023-07-23 flower

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