vodka

noun

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as in whiskey

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Recent Examples of vodka The vodka-lemonade cocktail has achieved icon status for a reason. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026 Quinta de la Rosa Extra Dry White Port Perfumed with a note of pear, this offering is a great lower-alcohol substitute for gin or vodka in most cocktails but equally quaffable when splashed with tonic or seltzer. — Joseph Hernandez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026 Held at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta from August 26–30, the PGA TOUR season finale, the TOUR Championship, will debut the Fuzzy Peach, a sweet and tangy vodka concoction that pays homage to Georgia’s iconic fruit, as its official cocktail. — Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 The list of dozens of affected goods features food items such as dairy products, honey, whey protein and molasses, as well as alcoholic beverages like whiskey and vodka, according to documents issued by the White House. — Max Zahn, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vodka
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vodka
  1. whiskey
  2. gin
  3. liqueur
  4. tequila
  5. brandy
  6. schnapps
  7. wine
  8. mescal
Noun
  • One of America's most iconic whiskey names is back with a buzz-worthy 2026 release, just in time for National Bourbon Heritage Month.
    — Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 10 Sep. 2026
  • But the one name that reigns supreme amongst whiskey fans is Pappy Van Winkle, and Buffalo Trace just released the details about the 2026 lineup of this famous whiskey collection.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of whiskey
Noun
  • This crisp, citrusy French 75 cocktail combines gin, fresh lemon juice, and Champagne for a bubbly, festive drink that’s remarkably easy to make.
    — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Cygnet wasn’t created with the intention of making a great martini, but it was created to be a great gin.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of gin
Noun
  • Vendetta Uomo takes a warmer, spicier direction, pairing sparkling ginger and a cinnamon liqueur accord with a modern woodsy twist.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Though mixologist Nick Mautone created it to promote tournament sponsor Grey Goose, the true star of the Honey Deuce is black raspberry liqueur.
    — Sam O’Brien, Saveur, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of liqueur
Noun
  • That’s why these roll-ups are a staple at my own parties, plus some sort of chips with dip and, of course, drinks (a tequila neat is my go-to).
    — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In fact, many white rums are initially matured in barrels and then filtered to remove their color, similar to the process used for cristalino tequila.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of tequila
Noun
  • Alcohol The alcohol from wine or brandy that would normally cook off on the stove won’t evaporate in a slow cooker.
    — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 6 Sep. 2026
  • What’s next for Albania The things that make visiting Albania so wonderful—jaw-dropping scenery and that every restaurateur and hotelier foists their father’s homemade raki (grape brandy) on everyone, immediately—remain firmly in place.
    — Naomi Tomky, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of brandy
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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  • An Abeja wine tasting and gourmet breakfast are included with each stay.
    — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
  • Their prototype domes are only about the size of a wine cork at this point, but their compressive strength is comparable to low-grade concrete.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of wine
Noun
  • 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, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Definition of mescal

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