Irish whiskey

noun

: whiskey made in Ireland chiefly of barley

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Redbreast is one of the great Irish whiskeys, a single pot still brand made at the legendary Midleton Distillery just outside of Cork. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026 Taken together, these three bottles showcase the diversity of Irish whiskey at its finest. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2026 Treat Guests to a Build-Your-Own Cocktail Station Try creating a build-your-own cocktail station with seasonal offerings, like Irish cream syrup or coffee and Irish whiskey for an Irish coffee. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2026 Made with Irish whiskey, this pre-mixed, ready-to-drink cocktail features coffee notes with a kick, thanks to the liquor. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Irish whiskey

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1745, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Irish whiskey was circa 1745

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

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