whiskey

noun

variants or whisky
Definition of whiskeynext
as in vodka

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Recent Examples of whiskey The distillery actually reopened in 2021, but of course the whisky being made there now is very different from what is in the leftover casks, which are still being matured and monitored by Diageo. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026 We were surrounded by a handful of bro-looking guys in Arc'teryx vests and Peter Millar quarter zips, mostly drinking beer and whiskey. — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2026 The nine courses move between drink and dish, from a Sundarban honey mead with cotton candy to a Tooyamalli rice cocktail with clarified rasam, whiskey and rice foam, served alongside a Gunpowder Idli filled with pepper crab and caviar. — Karina Acharya, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026 The woman in the pink wig closed the door to the dressing room and shot the whiskey, too, then passed it to the woman beside her and so on. — Literary Hub, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for whiskey
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
  1. vodka
  2. gin
  3. brandy
  4. tequila
  5. wine
  6. liqueur
  7. schnapps
  8. mescal
Noun
  • Williams poured vodka from a Trader Joe’s coconut water bottle into her drink.
    — Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Inspired by Allario's Genoese roots, the cocktail combines vodka, vermouth, homemade pesto, and white balsamic vinegar.
    — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of vodka
Noun
  • It was usually made with gin, but Fizz variations proliferated throughout every spirit and style.
    — Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Its signature Gin Zen, made with gin, ginger, and lime, has been a favorite since 1998.
    — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of gin
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  • The original recipe was two parts apple brandy to one part each of the liqueurs, giving this cocktail a quotient of sweetness that even its formidable alcohol content can’t quite tame.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Those beverages include beer, many types of liquor, sparkling wine, brandy and sake.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of brandy
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  • For something more casual, Pancho Villa is the long-time Mexican restaurant known for tacos and tequila.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • There, the hotel recently launched The Ballantyne Private Select Reposado, a one-of-a-kind tequila barrel created exclusively for the hotel by Casa Obsidiana and finished in French oak wine barrels.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of tequila
Noun
  • Blair attributed the incident to drinking a glass of wine and taking a pill.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
  • The single most difficult part of Rainbeau’s job last season was to stay up on lates with Solène, having to do both their jobs while Solène was busy having a glass of wine or breaking someone’s heart.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of wine
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
  • 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
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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