Irish whiskey

noun

: whiskey made in Ireland chiefly of barley

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And while that mission has been accomplished here, Black Cask is still just kind of an average Irish whiskey that lacks complexity and character. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2026 Treat Guests to a Build-Your-Own Cocktail Station Try creating a build-your-own cocktail station with seasonal offerings, like Irish cream syrup or coffee and Irish whiskey for an Irish coffee. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2026 Made with Irish whiskey, this pre-mixed, ready-to-drink cocktail features coffee notes with a kick, thanks to the liquor. Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 12 Mar. 2026 There will be an educational component to learn about these Irish whiskeys. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for Irish whiskey

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1745, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Irish whiskey was circa 1745

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“Irish whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Irish%20whiskey. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.

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