Irish whiskey

noun

: whiskey made in Ireland chiefly of barley

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But for a superior drinking experience try Redbreast, a single pot still Irish whiskey made at Midleton (the same distillery that produces Jameson). Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2025 Irish whiskeys are stocked on the shelves, and the background is lit by their beautiful amber color. Alec Lewis, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025 Irish whiskey may also have been disproportionately affected by the fact that its sales skew towards younger consumers. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025 Fans can enjoy TVs inside and an outdoor patio, $5 Bud Light drafts and a full bar with Guinness and Irish whiskey. David J. Bohnet, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025 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 24 Oct. 2025.

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