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or whisky
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Recent Examples of whiskey
These adorable 4-ounce Yeti Rambler cups are perfect for a shot of espresso in the morning—and a shot of whiskey by the campfire.
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Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2025
The West Main occupies the three-story Savings & Trust Bank built in 1906, with six studios and suites, full kitchens, and a downstairs restaurant with bourbon and whiskey cocktails.
—Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
From cheeky segues about Lone Star Beer, to taking shots of whiskey as song request bribes, seeing Dale Watson is stepping into what’s left of old Austin. Go check out his milk white Elvis hairdo, but don’t bother buying him a beer from the bar.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 7 July 2025
Other restaurant owners dropped off cold beers and quality whiskey to send N’Gina Guyton off in style.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Emily Farris, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 July 2025
The West Main occupies the three-story Savings & Trust Bank built in 1906, with six studios and suites, full kitchens, and a downstairs restaurant with bourbon and whiskey cocktails.
—Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025
From cheeky segues about Lone Star Beer, to taking shots of whiskey as song request bribes, seeing Dale Watson is stepping into what’s left of old Austin. Go check out his milk white Elvis hairdo, but don’t bother buying him a beer from the bar.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 7 July 2025
Other restaurant owners dropped off cold beers and quality whiskey to send N’Gina Guyton off in style.
—Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
Noun
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The cocktail’s base is, of course, espresso mixed with vodka.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 July 2025
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The brand will also launch liquor products including vodka, tequila, beer and spiked seltzers.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
18 July 2025
Noun
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Cam Hamlin, bartender at Blue Door Drink recommendation: The Clover Club, The Paper Plane Inside scoop: The Clover Club is a simple cocktail composed of gin, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup and frothy egg white foam.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 July 2025
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That refreshing gin, cucumber, lime, mint and sparkling water sipper is a tribute to the Casa’s original owner, Harriet Cody, cousin of the legendary symbol of the Wild West, Buffalo Bill.—
Leslie Kelly,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Noun
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More: With fancy flavors, this new Louisville spot is not your typical ice cream shop: What to try 1121 E. Washington St. The rooftop bar at Copper & Kings is located on the third floor of the brandy distillery in Louisville's Butchertown neighborhood.—
Gege Reed,
The Courier-Journal,
12 July 2025
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While the duties on brandy include several exceptions for major brandy producers, China and the EU have multiple trade disputes across a range of industries.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
6 July 2025
Noun
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The slight residual sweetness in Brut styles can also balance any hot sauce or jalapeno toppings, unlike tequila which can amplify the heat.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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According to guidelines set by the CRT, the governing body that regulates tequila in Mexico, a product labeled 100 percent agave must be made only from Blue Weber agave.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The Thing mixes mezcal, carrot juice, a corn liqueur, lemon juice and a Tajín rim.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
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As far as drinks go, Gilda’s is offering Strawberry Smash G&T (Sipsmith strawberry gin, lemon, house tonic, strawberry liqueur and mint for $14), Fig Side Car (H by Hine cognac, dry curacoa, lemon and fig syrup for $12), Bianco Negroni for $10 and more.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
17 July 2025
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This new pizzeria in downtown Menomonee Falls is set to have a variety of beer and wine, pizza and live music.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
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With family roots in the Italian wine industry dating back two centuries, Gianni Zonin established Barboursville Vineyards in 1976.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
Noun
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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
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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
Noun
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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 26 Jul. 2025.
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