Possible Clues:

• School introducing new software for some hard stuff
• 'Quick shots' shouted up, having had too much fruit brandy?
• Strong European spirit
• Alcoholic drink that's often flavored with fruit
• Chap spins out of control -- one should be denied strong drink
• As drunk might say, takes a drink
• Sleeps soundly after school drink
• Brandy alternative
• Strong alcoholic drink, resembling gin
• Sleep after school, taking quiet second drink