MESCAL Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

mescal

noun

Definition of mescal

as in tequila

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Recent Examples of mescal 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 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, 11 Apr. 2024 Lance Darrow was behind the bar, serving tequilas and mescal, and using talent and creativity to prepare the latest trendy mixed drinks. — Arcelia Martin, Dallas News, 9 July 2023 Diners can opt for other alcohol as well; one group recently chose to do it with a smoky mescal. — Alina Dizik, WSJ, 27 Aug. 2018 The bar will feature a large selection of tequilas and mescals. — Todd A. Price, NOLA.com, 31 Oct. 2017 Like at Barrio, Pablo y Pablo also boasts a big agave spirits list, around 70 different mescals and tequilas. — Tan Vinh, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2017 Upscale mescal has become the hip drink of sophisticated young Mexicans who wish to celebrate their national or pre-Colombian roots. — Chantal Martineau, Foreign Affairs, 20 Oct. 2015

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Noun

Drama Club’s focus stems from the group’s love of agave spirits, as well as the current popularity of tequila and mezcal.

— Anthony Todd, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
On Thursday, Kim Kardashian caught flak online when a post featuring the Skims mogul and her sister Khloe Kardashian swigging tequila from a boat on a lake published shortly after Jenner announced the news of MJ’s death.

— Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

Definition of tequila

Noun

On June 24, 1889, Butch Cassidy hunched over a shot of whiskey in the bar of the Telluride pool hall—and started watching the San Miguel Valley Bank right across the street very, very closely.

— Catherine Dunwoody, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
View gallery - 4 images From Smokpub, makers of a compact electric cocktail and whisky smoker, comes the Doubot, a sourdough fermentation system currently on Kickstarter.

— Shirl Leigh July 16, New Atlas, 17 July 2026

Definition of whiskey

Noun

Recent years have seen the opening of a small gin distillery and the launch of a spring literary festival, but most of Filey’s shops and cafés are long-established.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 19 July 2026
Nass suggests the Gray Lady, a citrusy gin concoction that borrows the nickname for Nantucket’s fog.

— Sarah Halverson, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026

Definition of gin

Noun

Today, a cohort of distilleries—including numerous small, independent operations—are producing their own takes on American brandy.

— David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
The reserve Ticonderoga cup with rum, brandy and pineapple packs a punch but remains extremely refreshing.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of brandy

Noun

The wine and cocktail menu sports a few local makers too, including Gruet Winery’s sparkling wine and Hollow Spirits vodka, which is shaken into the restaurant’s take on a Vesper martini.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 July 2026
The recipe stars a can of frozen lemonade concentrate, lemon juice, vodka, and cold, crisp white wine.

— Josh Miller, Southern Living, 11 July 2026

Definition of vodka

Noun

Classics like a white Russian, a Revolver, or an espresso tonic can all be made with decaf espresso liqueur—any cocktail recipe that uses espresso liqueur is suitable for this swap.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026
This summery twist on the decadent Italian dessert swaps out espresso and marsala for homemade berry syrup and fruit liqueur.

— Patricia S York, Southern Living, 23 June 2026

Definition of liqueur

Noun

The vast rooftop terrace is amazing, with a huge local following for its views (rue Saint-Paul and Notre-Dame Basilica on one side, the Old Port on the other), and cocktails, including a house cocktail that mixes peach purée, peach schnapps, orange juice, and sparkling wine.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 June 2026
Or swap out the peach schnapps for bourbon or light rum.

— Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 18 June 2026

Definition of schnapps

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