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as in vodka
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Recent Examples of whiskey
But up until now, the ability to select a specific barrel of whiskey to bottle has not been available to consumers, only businesses.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Some would-be trappers started to leave saucers of whiskey in the nearby woods, hoping that drunk monkeys would be easier to capture—and, supposedly, the ploy worked.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
Their whiskey, gin, and vodka are regionally loved and are served in a unique 100-year-old building.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
Next, knowing full well that Rip would also be beating himself up, Beth poured him a whiskey and lit a fire in the main house.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 1 Dec. 2024
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
Some would-be trappers started to leave saucers of whiskey in the nearby woods, hoping that drunk monkeys would be easier to capture—and, supposedly, the ploy worked.
—Greg Daugherty, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Dec. 2024
Their whiskey, gin, and vodka are regionally loved and are served in a unique 100-year-old building.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
Next, knowing full well that Rip would also be beating himself up, Beth poured him a whiskey and lit a fire in the main house.
—Charlie Mason, TVLine, 1 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
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Six bottles of champagne, and three bottles of vodka, and put it on his tab!Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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What to order: Hen & Hive — gin, thai chili, honey simple syrup, lemon and ancho reyes.Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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Tequila manufacturers took advantage as demand soared, producing trendy luxury tequilas — many of them at lower prices.Alexandra Byrne, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2024
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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
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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
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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
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Once inside the cabinets, think about other ways to keep wine glasses safe.Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
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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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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
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Add Sailor Jerry Rum, butterscotch schnapps and sea salt and stir.Emily Price, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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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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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
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“Whiskey.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whiskey. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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