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Recent Examples of whiskey
The particulars Best outdoor whiskey glass: Miir 10-oz.
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Tom Mylan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2025
As is tradition when naming a ship, Middleton briefly spoke to a crowd of people before releasing a bottle of whiskey that was broken against the hull of HMS Glasgow.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 26 May 2025
Intrepid drinkers in America are able to sample a whole lot of whiskey, if they are motivated enough.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 May 2025
The shape of the tumblers helps capture the aroma of the liquor inside for maximum enjoyment, and the accompanying wood stand contributes to the high-class vibes of this set — a stellar addition to any whiskey aficionado’s bar cabinet.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
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Tom Mylan, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 May 2025
As is tradition when naming a ship, Middleton briefly spoke to a crowd of people before releasing a bottle of whiskey that was broken against the hull of HMS Glasgow.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 26 May 2025
Intrepid drinkers in America are able to sample a whole lot of whiskey, if they are motivated enough.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 May 2025
The shape of the tumblers helps capture the aroma of the liquor inside for maximum enjoyment, and the accompanying wood stand contributes to the high-class vibes of this set — a stellar addition to any whiskey aficionado’s bar cabinet.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
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As producers of the first regenerative organic gin and vodka, owners Maddy Rotman and Taylor Lanzet are trailblazers crafting more sustainable spirits.—
Elena Valeriote,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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The all-day event features wine and vodka open bars, a silent auction, and entertainment by singer-songwriter EJ Garlands and nightlife legend Hedda Lettuce.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
31 May 2025
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As producers of the first regenerative organic gin and vodka, owners Maddy Rotman and Taylor Lanzet are trailblazers crafting more sustainable spirits.—
Elena Valeriote,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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Plus coming up with your own libation from among 70 types of gins is a fun game of choose your own adventure.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Many recipes call for curaçao or Grand Marnier which is brandy based (again, for depth) but the clean, juicy, zestiness of Cointreau or its chief rival Combier is what shines here for me.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
17 May 2025
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For the quarter, rum declined 9.22%, brandy/Cognac declined 13.37%, and gin declined 6.27% Overall, gin is outperforming the two other categories, while brandy/Cognac is lagging in volume and revenue.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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This is taking Janet’s nothing burger about the tequila shots and meeting it with a nothing burger about Jason cheating.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
28 May 2025
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He is accused of causing grievous bodily harm by throwing a tequila bottle in a nightclub in Manchester in 2023.—
Patrick Smith,
NBC news,
21 May 2025
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In the last 20 years, several dozen distilleries have popped up throughout the state, making vodka, rum, liqueurs, gins, and of course whiskeys.—
Tony Sachs,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Tart, bright, and fresh, this is essentially a gin sour with a plush kiss of blackberry liqueur, made extra refreshing by crushed ice.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
31 May 2025
Noun
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For Casto, these factors are inseparable from how wine is made.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Patrick Allen, a wine importer in Columbus, Ohio, says the tariff revenue is a tax on the backs of people who are importing raw materials and eventually will be built into the price everybody is paying for goods.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
6 June 2025
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The cocktail — which is consumed in great quantities every third weekend of May — is equal parts bourbon, vodka and peach schnapps.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Marisa Capasso, Aramark’s general manager at the science center, who devised it, described it as a sweet concoction with green chartreuse, peach schnapps, maraschino liqueur and fresh lime juice.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Diners can choose from a wide selection of Mexican tequilas, mescals, and beers, as well as wines from around the globe and innovative cocktails like the Avocado Margarita and Oaxacan Old Fashioned.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
11 Apr. 2024
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“Whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whiskey. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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