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or whisky
as in vodka
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Recent Examples of whiskey
James Madison reportedly drank a pint of whiskey every day.
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Nina Totenberg, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
Will lyrics about sipping whiskey and shooting tequila be replaced by lines about mixing mocktails and popping gummies?
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2026
Twelve is a blend of single malt and grain whiskeys aged a minimum of four years.
—Felipe Schrieberg, Forbes.com, 28 Feb. 2026
The bar also offers an espresso martini (called the MT Joy), a signature old-fashioned (made with Nikka Yoichi whisky) and a Japanese whiskey highball (made with Hibiki Harmony whisky).
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
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Nina Totenberg, NPR, 2 Mar. 2026
Will lyrics about sipping whiskey and shooting tequila be replaced by lines about mixing mocktails and popping gummies?
—Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 1 Mar. 2026
Twelve is a blend of single malt and grain whiskeys aged a minimum of four years.
—Felipe Schrieberg, Forbes.com, 28 Feb. 2026
The bar also offers an espresso martini (called the MT Joy), a signature old-fashioned (made with Nikka Yoichi whisky) and a Japanese whiskey highball (made with Hibiki Harmony whisky).
—Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
Noun
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Cookbook author Ella Quittner thinks vodka is the key to tender, flaky biscuits.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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The pasta menu offers a choice of eight entrees such as spaghettis, rigatoni in vodka sauce, or pasta with beef Genovese.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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There’s also a Caramel Espresso Martini and an elixir called Fluffy Dreams (gin, zesty syrup, lemon juice, aquafaba, Luxardo Apricot Liqueur, elderflower, citrus bitters).—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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Because of this, storing vodka, gin, whiskey, or other types of spirits in the freezer is typically safe.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In 1918, then-owner Philip Guichet invented the Grasshopper cocktail, incorporating white and green crème de menthe, white and dark crème de cacao, heavy whipping cream and brandy.—
Stephanie Gallman Jordan,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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Additional menu items include a brandy Old Fashioned ($7) and an Italian cannoli ($4).—
Elaine Rewolinski,
jsonline.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Pair your meal with the extensive tequila menu, and finish it off with a traditional flan made with vanilla bean, orange liqueur, and a strawberry glaze.—
Molly Allen,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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In practice, that means a Latin steakhouse (Leña), a Mexican and Peruvian spot (Corteza), an homage to Buenos Aires (Volante), and an Agave Library for a tequila or mezcal to finish off the night.—
Tim Chester,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Unlike Leven’s fast-casual sister concepts, Leven Downtown will be a full-service restaurant with a bar, expanded wine program and an Italian menu centered on pasta, pizza and sandwiches.—
Patricia Kaowthumrong,
Denver Post,
3 Mar. 2026
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Reportedly designed by New York designer Peter Marino, the planes include private bedroom suites with queen-size beds, bathrooms with stand-up showers and electric bidets, and a lounge with a wet bar and wine chiller, according to images obtained by NBC.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The blackcurrant liqueur tastes like a concentrated version of that sweet-tart fruit, with notes of plum, cherry, and warm spices.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Feb. 2026
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Add an extra pour of tequila or liqueur for $1 all day.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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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Various cans of alcoholic ready-to-drink beverages, including Captain Morgan's rum and cola; Bacardi's mango mojito; Archers' schnapps and lemonade; Malibu's pineapple and piña colada cocktails; and Gordon's gin and tonic cocktails, are displayed for sale in a supermarket on Jan. 10, 2024.—
Brandon Gomez,
CNBC,
5 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 9 Mar. 2026.
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