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Recent Examples of macerate The distillation involves macerating the botanicals and distilling them in small batches, ensuring the quality and consistency of each bottle. Rachel King, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 Brunello di Montalcino Tuscany Italy Made from grapes sourced from vineyards in Montalcino that have northwest and southwest sun exposure and soils comprising jasper and shale, this 100 percent Sangiovese is fermented and macerated for at least 20 days after harvest. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 7 Mar. 2025 Winemaker Carlo Ferrini’s blend is of 50% Cab, 40% Merlot and 10% Carménère, fermented in cement tanks, macerated for 15 to 18 days then aged in Slovenian and French barrels for six months, softening the wine. John Mariani, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025 Lasso Motel Whiskey, Naranja Cask Finish, Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, 50% ABV, 375 ml. Naranja, or Orange Wine, is made in Southern Spain by macerating white wine with orange peel. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for macerate
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Verb
  • Photo : Anthony Barcelo A soaking tub holds court in the primary bath.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 23 May 2025
  • Generally, though, most people recover fine at home with Epsom salt soaks, a daily bandage change, and applying antibiotic ointment.
    Angela Haupt, Time, 22 May 2025
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  • Research the local market to see if there’s room for growth or if the market is already saturated.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
  • But later that year, Republicans saturated campaigns with ads about gender, including attacks on Biden administration policies.
    Sam Gringlas, NPR, 10 May 2025
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  • Hundreds of caribou have drowned after breaking through the ice.
    Alec Luhn, Scientific American, 20 May 2025
  • New founders often drown prospects in features, not value.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025

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“Macerate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/macerate. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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