Irish whiskey

noun

: whiskey made in Ireland chiefly of barley

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One of the best names in the category is Midleton Very Rare, an annual luxury release that is produced at the eponymous distillery where other major brands are made, and the brand just announced the launch of the new 2026 edition of this exceptional Irish whiskey. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026 There will be an educational component to learn about these Irish whiskeys. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 This truckle of aged cheddar cheese is made with Irish whiskey for an extra burst of flavor. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 27 Feb. 2026 And this list does feature plenty of Irish whiskey, including drinks from Jameson, Tullamore D.E.W. and Glendalough. John Kell, Forbes.com, 27 Feb. 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 18 Mar. 2026.

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