single malt

noun

: whiskey that is made at one distillery and is not blended with other whiskeys

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This Denver distillery is well known for its American single malt, and has also been a leader in the category which was finally recognized by the government after years of lobbying. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026 Discover the best Speyside single malt Scotch whiskies from the 2026 Global Spirits Masters, with tasting notes for award-winning Aberlour, Glenlivet and more. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 Wise beyond his years, Finch was the most sophisticated of the four American Pie friends, charming Stifler’s Mom with his knowledge of single malt scotch. — Gwen Ihnat, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for single malt

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First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of single malt was in 1968

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“Single malt.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/single%20malt. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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