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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.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mescal
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British Vogue reports that the evening's entertainment included tequila cocktails crafted by maid-of-honour Portia Freeman; and music from Alan Power & The Take Twos, and later, three DJs: Harriet Rose, Jimmy Napes and Alfie Goff.—
Virginia Chamlee,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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My teenage blackout | 2024 | France | Basile Khatir | At a party, Tristan swallowed a caterpillar while downing a tequila shot.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
25 June 2025
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The same can be said for American whiskey, which is often made in factory like distilleries owned by multinational conglomerates.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
28 June 2025
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Keep it handy for adding to margaritas and other tequila, whiskey, or vodka cocktails.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 June 2025
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This refers to gin that is juniper-forward, and the botanicals used to flavor the gin during distillation—no color or flavor can be added afterwards.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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As a bonus, the verdant flavor of the tomatoes mingles well with the botanical notes of the gin.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
22 June 2025
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Tucked behind industrial estates in Walthamstow, this striking London distillery doesn’t feel like a traditional home for brandy.—
Lela London,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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If heavy juniper tones of gin turn you off, Bully Boy’s Estate Gin ($27) has a different vibe: some apple brandy in the base, botanicals beyond juniper such as hibiscus, pink peppercorn, and a few secret ingredients.—
Jed Gottlieb,
Boston Herald,
21 June 2025
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Editor's Note: This recipe was developed by Craig Ruff; the headnote was written by Josh Miller. Directions Place rosé wine, strawberries in syrup, and vodka in a large bowl, baking dish, or a 1-gallon ziplock freezer bag.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
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Jekyll’s Remedy includes a mix of vodka, peach schnapps, sour mixer, cardamon and clove extracts.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Sarti is a premium spirits brand in Italy that makes an aperitif liqueur called Rosa, which is the main component of the Sarti Spritz.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2025
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The competition accepts entries from over 40 countries and across a broad range of spirit categories, including whiskey, tequila, rum, gin, vodka, and liqueurs.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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For me, the Alps were long synonymous with winter: hut-to-hut ski tours in the Italian Dolomites, shots of schnapps at après in Austria, and cozy cabins and hearty meals of fondue and raclette in Switzerland.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
12 June 2025
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This option is perfect for a ski trip, where lunch and après ski can be enjoyed at one of the huts on the mountain, perhaps local favorites like schnitzel and schnapps.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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However, wine and spirit sales represent less than 20% of the firm’s total revenues, which does illustrate their strategic approach.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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Another potential area for Xie: tapping into the rising popularity of sparkling yellow wine.—
Bloomberg,
Fortune,
30 June 2025
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“Mescal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mescal. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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