malt whiskey

noun

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Of course, there are other categories to consider, like rye, wheat, and malt whiskey, but none of them are nearly as popular as America’s native spirit. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 June 2026 Beyond bourbon, there is also malt whiskey, corn whiskey, blended whiskey, and more. Hannah Hayes, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026 The expression is a Spanish rye malt whiskey made by Destilería Siderit in Cantabria. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 25 Mar. 2026 In the evening, he was summoned for a nightcap with Charles and was offered a very good malt whiskey — a glass of Laphroaig. Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for malt whiskey

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of malt whiskey was in 1839

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“Malt whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/malt%20whiskey. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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