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Contrary
to
inclination,
objecting
to
Scotch?
(7,3,5)
Contrary to inclination, objecting to Scotch? (7,3,5)
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The definition is at the beginning of the clue.
How the clue works
Contrary to inclination is the straightforward definition of AGAINST THE GRAIN. The witty second half, "objecting to Scotch?", plays on the fact that Scotch whisky is made from grain, so if you object to it you'd be against the grain — a punning cryptic definition (as opposed to grape-based drinks).