mescal

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Recent Examples of mescal 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, 11 Apr. 2024 Upscale mescal has become the hip drink of sophisticated young Mexicans who wish to celebrate their national or pre-Colombian roots. Chantal Martineau, Foreign Affairs, 20 Oct. 2015 Lance Darrow was behind the bar, serving tequilas and mescal, and using talent and creativity to prepare the latest trendy mixed drinks. Arcelia Martin, Dallas News, 9 July 2023 Diners can opt for other alcohol as well; one group recently chose to do it with a smoky mescal. Alina Dizik, WSJ, 27 Aug. 2018 The bar will feature a large selection of tequilas and mescals. Todd A. Price, NOLA.com, 31 Oct. 2017 Like at Barrio, Pablo y Pablo also boasts a big agave spirits list, around 70 different mescals and tequilas. Tan Vinh, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2017
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Noun
  • Tequila manufacturers took advantage as demand soared, producing trendy luxury tequilas — many of them at lower prices.
    Alexandra Byrne, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The brand uses these IRL events to promote and sell its own tequila beverage Have a Day similar to the Nelk Boys’ Happy Dad Hard Seltzer which also markets its drink in local store appearances.
    Adam Wescott, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Le Stave Finish denotes whiskeys finished with French oak staves.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • The Van Winkle Collection features six distinctive whiskeys.
    Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 14 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • This playful drink nods to the iconic line from Shrek, blending gin, Licor 43, cold brew, oat milk, and gingerbread syrup.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • What to order: Hen & Hive — gin, thai chili, honey simple syrup, lemon and ancho reyes.
    Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Both Tokaji and Sauternes allow the grapes to undergo botrytis, Port and Madeira use the addition of a neutral brandy to stop fermentation, while ice wines count on freezing temperatures to concentrate sugar content.
    Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 6 Dec. 2024
  • According to research, dark liquors like bourbon and brandy contain higher levels of congeners, or the chemicals produced during the fermentation process that give an alcohol its distinctive taste, smell and color.
    Andee Tagle, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Six bottles of champagne, and three bottles of vodka, and put it on his tab!
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Svedka certainly doesn’t fall into the high-end spirits category, given that this vodka, which comes in many flavors, is priced at less than $20 per bottle.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Perfect for friends and family who are gluten intolerant, this flourless chocolate-orange cake leans on almond flour and eggs for structure, and a glug of rich orange liqueur for sweetness and a boozy kick.
    Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Dessert was a slice of white melon known as branco do Ribatejo, which was served with a free shot of a homemade herbal liqueur from an unmarked bottle and a thumbs-up from Carla’s father, Amérigo.
    Austin Bush, Travel + Leisure, 23 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • And like Crazy Daisy, Off Piste Bar offers a solid cocktail menu, along with beer and plenty of schnapps.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Add Sailor Jerry Rum, butterscotch schnapps and sea salt and stir.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Once inside the cabinets, think about other ways to keep wine glasses safe.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
  • New to the top rankings, is Plovdiv, Bulgaria, in the third spot, often dubbed the European capital of wine.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

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“Mescal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mescal. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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