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Recent Examples of liqueur
Unlike traditional tiramisu, Costco’s Tiramisu Cheesecake contains no liqueur—just coffee.
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
The traditional recipe calls for 1 ounce of cassis to 5 ounces of wine, but more modern tastes tend to reduce the liqueur to half an ounce.
—Jerry & Krista Slater, AJC.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Cocktails include the Rebujito, made with a sherry blend, Spanish melon, lemon, tonic and mint; the Fig Leaf Boulevardier, with Japanese whisky, Campari, Cocchi Rosa and fig leaf liqueur; and the Sea Buckthorn 75, featuring genmaicha gin, sea buckthorn cordial, lemon and Champagne.
—Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Lower the heat and when the mixture looks clear, remove it from the heat and stir in the liqueur.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
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Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
The traditional recipe calls for 1 ounce of cassis to 5 ounces of wine, but more modern tastes tend to reduce the liqueur to half an ounce.
—Jerry & Krista Slater, AJC.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Cocktails include the Rebujito, made with a sherry blend, Spanish melon, lemon, tonic and mint; the Fig Leaf Boulevardier, with Japanese whisky, Campari, Cocchi Rosa and fig leaf liqueur; and the Sea Buckthorn 75, featuring genmaicha gin, sea buckthorn cordial, lemon and Champagne.
—Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Lower the heat and when the mixture looks clear, remove it from the heat and stir in the liqueur.
—Mary Ann Esposito, Boston Herald, 18 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liqueur
Noun
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The cocktail, a staple of the Preakness, is equal parts bourbon, vodka and peach schnapps.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
8 May 2026
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The signature drink, the Lavender Mule—a mix of vodka, ginger beer, and homemade lavender infusion—is the perfect way to kick off the night.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Clynelish 1983 is another 42-year-old whisky, aged entirely in bourbon barrels resulting in big tropical fruit notes like pineapple and mango, along with honey and vanilla.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
7 May 2026
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At the end of the performance, Stapleton beckoned the talk-show host over and handed him a glass of whiskey.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026
Noun
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The rooms are outfitted with rust-red linen drapery that adds a pop of warmth, custom brandy-colored velvet beds and bespoke furniture, including wood cabinets and desks topped with Calacatta Viola marble.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Signature dishes include steak tartare, lobster bisque with cider brandy and chive Chantilly, and a rotating selection of seasonal plates.—
Regan Stephens,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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My cocktail, Jesus Can’t Hit a Curveball, was decidedly undramatic in the looks department, but its combination of gin, ginger, celery and serrano peppers was phenomenally vegetal and refreshing.—
Jess Fleming,
Twin Cities,
7 May 2026
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Add gin and enough ice to fill the shaker half full.—
Jenavieve Christensen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 May 2026
Noun
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The cocktail, a staple of the Preakness, is equal parts bourbon, vodka and peach schnapps.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
8 May 2026
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Guests counted as extra income—locals stopping by for schnapps, ham, beer, fish sandwiches.—
Kendra Atleework,
Longreads,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The menu features craft cocktails, beer, wine, and a handful of light bites—Lili’s Martini, a lychee-and-lemon take on the classic cocktail, is the standout drink.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Their eldest son, 31-year-old wine entrepreneur Jesse, welcomed a daughter with his influencer wife Jesse Light this past November.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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The new spot will look and operate similar to its existing locations, though the team plans to launch a specialty line of Añejo tequila soon.—
Jenna Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
9 May 2026
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Craft margaritas and other tequila-forward cocktails on the menu, too.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Diners can choose from a wide selection of Mexican tequilas, mescals, and beers, as well as wines from around the globe and innovative cocktails like the Avocado Margarita and Oaxacan Old Fashioned.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.—
The Arizona Republic,
The Arizona Republic,
11 Apr. 2024
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“Liqueur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liqueur. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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