distiller

noun

dis·​till·​er di-ˈsti-lər How to pronounce distiller (audio)
: one that distills especially alcoholic liquors

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According to the brand, this Knob Creek release is the first in a new series spearheaded by eighth-generation master distiller Freddie Noe and his blending team. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026 Among current American distillers, who has the most fascinating resume? David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2026 Or take a day trip to a palenque outside the city to meet mezcaleros (master distillers) and learn about the process, from harvesting the agave to distillation. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026 Once the deal closes, most Maplewood production will shift to Half Acre, according to Ari Megalis, head distiller and co-founder of Maplewood. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for distiller

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First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of distiller was in 1562

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distiller

noun
dis·​till·​er dis-ˈtil-ər How to pronounce distiller (audio)
: one that distills especially alcoholic liquors

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