whiskey

variants or whisky

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Recent Examples of whiskey Schott Zwiesel Pure Crystal Whiskey Glasses Designed with a wide base and narrow rim to enhance the flavor and aroma of whiskey, these elegant crystal glasses can also be used for sipping Negronis, White Russians, and other spirits and cocktails. Mark Marino, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025 The Matthews distillery opened by friends Matt Simpkins and Thomas Bogan uses North Carolina grains to make a variety of spirits, including whiskey, vodka, rum and gin. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025 Where to learn more about Mana Tap Most cocktails are a bourbon or whiskey base, but the bar doesn't shy away from making creative drinks with other spirits. Bridget Fogarty, jsonline.com, 30 Oct. 2025 After a day on the mountains, try a neat whisky pour at High West Distillery and Saloon. AFAR Media, 30 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for whiskey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
Noun
  • The Matthews distillery opened by friends Matt Simpkins and Thomas Bogan uses North Carolina grains to make a variety of spirits, including whiskey, vodka, rum and gin.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Add vodka, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, hot sauce, celery salt, pepper and olive brine.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The Matthews distillery opened by friends Matt Simpkins and Thomas Bogan uses North Carolina grains to make a variety of spirits, including whiskey, vodka, rum and gin.
    Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2025
  • In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass filled with ice, combine the gin, vermouth and absinthe.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • This extra moist cake is made with applesauce and Granny Smith apples and a dash of apple brandy for good measure.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2025
  • Rye and apple brandy are fast friends—the apple brandy adding an autumnal echo to rye’s grainy persistence.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The 40th release, however, marks the first time the brand has ever released a tequila—an extra añejo blend put together by a leading name in the agave spirits industry.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Social Cantina is set for patio parties, tequila dinners and local partnerships.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 5 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • The festival kicks off Thursday night with a Grand Tasting featuring small bites from local chefs, wine poured by the winemakers themselves, and a rhythmic night of music from The Psycodelics to round it out.
    Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Unlike straight-up soda makers, the InFizz fusion is indicated for wine, juice, and even cocktails.
    Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • If Calvados apple liqueur is unavailable for the glaze, substituting water works wonderfully.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
  • And that’s the case with Bénédictine, the herbal French liqueur that gives the Monte Carlo its warming fall spice.
    Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Before Italy, my drinking experiences were limited to whatever my friends and I could sneak from our parents’ liquor cabinets, preferably something sickly sweet like peach schnapps and vanilla vodka drowned in Diet Coke.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Guests also enjoy beer, wine and schnapps tastings, a baking competition and more.
    Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 11 Sep. 2025
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

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“Whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whiskey. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.

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