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Recent Examples of liqueur
The Pink Cadillac, an aged rum with aloe liqueur, pink peppercorn hibiscus syrup, lime juice, and guava soda, was inspired by a moment when Elvis Presley’s manager forgot to pay a tab and, instead, tipped a waitress with a pink Cadillac.
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Joey Skladany, Bon Appétit, 6 Mar. 2025
Some moms might even appreciate an attractive bottle of liqueur as a gift to cherish the pleasant memories of the day.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
While imports of whiskey, liqueurs, vodka and brandy also grew, none matched tequila’s explosive rise.
—Andrew Muhammad, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2025
Zoom in: Amaro is a category of bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur — think Aperol or Campari.
—Arika Herron, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
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Joey Skladany, Bon Appétit, 6 Mar. 2025
Some moms might even appreciate an attractive bottle of liqueur as a gift to cherish the pleasant memories of the day.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
While imports of whiskey, liqueurs, vodka and brandy also grew, none matched tequila’s explosive rise.
—Andrew Muhammad, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2025
Zoom in: Amaro is a category of bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur — think Aperol or Campari.
—Arika Herron, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liqueur
Noun
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The cocktail consists of vanilla vodka, cherry brandy, sweet vermouth and a splash of Canada Dry.—
Dana Rose Falcone,
People.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Indigenous culinary entrepreneur Daniel Motlop (Seven Seasons) will serve his vodka made from native yams harvested from the Northern Territory.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Fans who took advantage of the Sox’s special offer were treated to a pregame bar crawl that included whiskey tasting and BBQ pork samples along with a lower-level ticket to the game.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2025
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Stranahan’s has been making exclusively single malt whiskey since it was founded in 2004.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
14 Apr. 2025
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The brandy in the mayo might seem odd, but is inspired by the shrimp bisque found on menus across New Orleans, which is often made with cognac.—
Liz Mervosh,
Southern Living,
26 Mar. 2025
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The oldest brandy label still around today is Laird & Company which began distilling its Applejack brandy in 1780 in New Jersey.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Craft distillers increasingly dominate international gin competitions, each pushing gin's aroma and flavor boundaries in new and unexpected directions.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The cocktail menu will feature drinks made with the duo's gin line, Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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Marisa Capasso, Aramark’s general manager at the science center, who devised it, described it as a sweet concoction with green chartreuse, peach schnapps, maraschino liqueur and fresh lime juice.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Under Joseph Losey’s direction, the seedy streets of Berlin become the sunny avenues of Los Angeles, the shambling beggars become roving gangs of coiffed teenage boys, the killer’s drink changes from schnapps to bourbon, and the overall effect is a little less morally ambiguous than the original.—
Elle Carroll,
Vulture,
24 Dec. 2024
Noun
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After indulging in a few light bites and a complete tequila tasting, the pair was surprised with tacos, which had a hefty price tag of $25,000 each.—
Esther Kang,
People.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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While the Johnnie Walker and Don Julio owner is facing higher tariffs for some of its brands, its Mexican tequila and Canadian whisky are exempt because of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.—
Gabrielle Fonrouge,Annika Kim Constantino,Leslie Josephs,Ari Levy,Amelia Lucas,Melissa Repko,Hugh Son,Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
23 Apr. 2025
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Food Will tariffs kill your favorite affordable wine?—
Karla Marie Sanford,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
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Today, as new hotels are beginning to open here—particularly along the coast—travelers of all kinds are discovering Alentejo’s many pleasures, from its rich history and unspoiled nature to its celebrated food and wine.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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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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“Liqueur.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liqueur. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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