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or whisky
as in vodka
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Recent Examples of whiskey
Tequila, whiskey, vodka and gin have garnered far more attention than rum, which is outsold by all of those categories in the U.S. market (except gin).
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John Kell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The next summer, he was removed from a flight at LAX before takeoff while drunk and vomiting, having been seen earlier slamming beer and whiskey in the Delta Airlines lounge.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Still more events highlight tacos, whiskey, sake, oysters and Asian food.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
That said, chemists at the University of Kentucky discovered a potentially powerful use for one of whiskey’s most annoying—and plentiful—byproducts.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
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John Kell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The next summer, he was removed from a flight at LAX before takeoff while drunk and vomiting, having been seen earlier slamming beer and whiskey in the Delta Airlines lounge.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Still more events highlight tacos, whiskey, sake, oysters and Asian food.
—Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
That said, chemists at the University of Kentucky discovered a potentially powerful use for one of whiskey’s most annoying—and plentiful—byproducts.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
Noun
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Made with a simple syrup that's a little sweet from strawberries and a little tart from the rhubarb, these sippers can be splashed with gin, vodka, or tequila.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Sicilian Butcher had a whole Parmesan wheel from which vodka pasta was served.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The violet femme blends gin, honey, lavender and lemon juice.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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And yet, my preferred indulgence was an aperitivo-hour gin and tonic infused with local friggitelli peppers, served at the Rooftop Bar.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Drinks include a tahini brandy milk punch, mimosas and Bloody Marys.—
Ana Khan,
Houston Chronicle,
3 Apr. 2026
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According to The Athletic, Black bartenders in 1820s Virginia (including Jasper Crouch, Jim Cook, and John Dabney) were renowned for their juleps using gin, brandy, or even Champagne.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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As the vessel toured Baja California, Diana Sanders of Vacaville sampled tequila shots — 14 or 15 in total — from six ship taverns, tequileras and pubs, according to court documents.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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The two specialty cocktails are the Herb Garden Elixir made with tequila blanco, cucumber, jalapenos, basil and lime, and the Planet Punch, which blends tequila reposado, passion fruit, orange juice, lime and grenadine.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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This buzzy wine playground in Old Town Scottsdale comes from Jack Borenstein and Jamie Hormel, the latter known for helming Wrigley Mansion (Phoenix) and its 16,000 bottles.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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American Fare, a new culinary event celebrating Lodi’s rich agricultural and wine heritage, will debut May 2 at Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and Spa.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The peach whiskey sour mixes an Italian liqueur, bourbon, peaches, lemon juice and bitters.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Unlike traditional tiramisu, Costco’s Tiramisu Cheesecake contains no liqueur—just coffee.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Guests counted as extra income—locals stopping by for schnapps, ham, beer, fish sandwiches.—
Kendra Atleework,
Longreads,
12 Mar. 2026
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Indulge in drinks such as the White Chocolate Raspberry with Tippy Cow vanilla, crème de cacao, raspberry schnapps and milk or the Tequila Romance with Exotico Blanco tequila, triple sec, lime, coconut and strawberry.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
6 Feb. 2026
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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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“Whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whiskey. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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