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as in vodka
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Recent Examples of whiskey
The American whiskey industry has long been shaped by global forces, from the export and advertising of whiskey abroad to the increasing dominance of international conglomerates.
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Made By History, Time, 8 Apr. 2025
There are also plenty of other food and beverage vendors, including The Cabin, which offers craft cocktails and fine whiskeys.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
In Fort Worth, both the vodka and whiskey are available at Total Wine stores near the Alliance and Hulen Mall areas.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2025
The European Union’s executive commission — which handles trade issues for the 27-country bloc — is set to impose tariffs on jeans, whiskey and motorcycles on Wednesday in response to Trump’s increase in steel and aluminum tariffs.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
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Made By History, Time, 8 Apr. 2025
There are also plenty of other food and beverage vendors, including The Cabin, which offers craft cocktails and fine whiskeys.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
In Fort Worth, both the vodka and whiskey are available at Total Wine stores near the Alliance and Hulen Mall areas.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2025
The European Union’s executive commission — which handles trade issues for the 27-country bloc — is set to impose tariffs on jeans, whiskey and motorcycles on Wednesday in response to Trump’s increase in steel and aluminum tariffs.
—Elaine Kurtenbach, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
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
Noun
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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
Noun
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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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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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The liqueur gives it a round, supple quality, the kind of drink that’s appreciably different from a classic Old Fashioned but that scratches a similar itch, and that is, or should be, never too sweet. Is the Godfather among the greatest cocktails ever made?—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
26 Apr. 2025
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Shilpa tapped clear spirits and additions (vodka and white wine) to ensure the hue and flavor of the liqueur shone through.—
Kendra Vaculin,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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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
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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 2 May. 2025.
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