whiskey

variants or whisky

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Recent Examples of whiskey Brown-Forman, the maker of Jack Daniel's whiskey, is reducing its global workforce by 12 percent, following indications that younger adults are drinking less alcohol and the threat of American whiskey getting entangled in another trade war during President Donald Trump's second administration. John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025 Andrew Johnson was the vice president who slurred his inaugural oath after turning to whiskey to ease typhoid fever pain. Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 17 Jan. 2025 Meanwhile, parents can bond over cosplay go-karting, sample Japanese whiskey, or relax in a traditional bathhouse or onsen. Annabelle Canela, Parents, 14 Jan. 2025 Yogurt imports from Wisconsin and whiskey from Kentucky, the home states of top Republicans Paul Ryan and Mitch McConnell respectively, were hit with 10% duties in 2018. Rob Gillies The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 11 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for whiskey 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
Noun
  • When the cops showed up, there was a half-empty bottle of vodka in the front seat.
    Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 19 Jan. 2025
  • While investigating, officers found the first boy's coat on her couch and a half-empty gallon bottle of vodka in her kitchen.
    Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • There’s also cocktails from the mixologist Jason Diaz: The Sultan’s Touch combines vodka, za’atar dry vermouth, and Castelvetrano brine, while the Leila Negroni mixes gin with coconut pandan Campari and vermouth.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Sunday: $3 mimosa, $7 free play ‘88 (gin, lemon, and bubbles), $8 fruit and cheese.
    Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The same, of course, could be said for Mexican tequila and mezcal, French Chartreuse or brandy.
    Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appétit, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Harrison also pointed out that Spain is another region that is producing outstanding brandies, observing: Another good place to look for brandy is Spain and Brandy de Jerez.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The same, of course, could be said for Mexican tequila and mezcal, French Chartreuse or brandy.
    Anna Lee C. Iijima, Bon Appétit, 21 Jan. 2025
  • The company has a diverse portfolio of liquor, owning Herradura tequila, The Glendronach scotch whisky, Diplomático Rum and Fords Gin among others.
    Jordan Valinsky, CNN, 14 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Master distiller Sara Sergent recommends using Alpine’s own Preserve liqueur in place of vermouth, in a 2:1 gin/liqueur ratio.
    Tony Sachs, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
  • Irish spirits exports overall, including beer, liqueur, and gin, increased by nearly 20 percent, the equivalent of more than $2 billion.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • There were four other Sauvignon Blanc wines in the final round.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Jan. 2025
  • One hour away by train, Piedmont’s culinary mecca—known for its white truffles—is also the capital of one of Italy’s leading wine regions, or simply use Turin as a launchpad for exploring the greater Piedmont region.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 24 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
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

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