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For an in-depth look at low barrel entry proof whiskey, see Why Low Barrel Proof Whisky Might Become Your Favorite Drink.
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The threat comes after the European Union announced a 50% tariff on American whiskey, set to take effect on April 1, in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
On Thursday, Trump threatened a 200% tariff on European wine and champagne if the whiskey levy wasn't removed.
—Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
Honeyed syrups, ripe fruit, and lighter bitters can take whiskey from fireside sipper to patio companion.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The threat comes after the European Union announced a 50% tariff on American whiskey, set to take effect on April 1, in retaliation for U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
On Thursday, Trump threatened a 200% tariff on European wine and champagne if the whiskey levy wasn't removed.
—Ben Berkowitz, Axios, 19 Mar. 2025
Honeyed syrups, ripe fruit, and lighter bitters can take whiskey from fireside sipper to patio companion.
—Emily Price, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiskey
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An attached distillery produced vodka and gin for the bar program, and a Sacramento International Airport outpost operated by High Flying Foods is expected to open in November.—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Hard Rock now offers The Ol’ 8, a vodka and Campari concoction inspired by Earnhardt himself.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Spirits cover Tanqueray No. Ten gin, Rémy Martin VSOP cognac, Flor de Caña four-year white rum, Johnnie Walker Black Label scotch, cnd Cîroc vodka.—
Scott Campbell,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Ingredients usually reserved for Greek salads and roast chickens are now stocked alongside bottles of whiskey and gin.—
Kevin Gray,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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While imports of whiskey, liqueurs, vodka and brandy also grew, none matched tequila’s explosive rise.—
Andrew Muhammad,
The Conversation,
26 Mar. 2025
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Sonoma Sazerac Ingredients 2 ounces Griffo Distillery’s Barrel 151 reserve brandy ½ ounce simple syrup 2 dashes Bitter Girl Bitters’ Garden Party bitters ¼ ounce Barber Lee Spirits’ Absinthe Blanche Directions Combine brandy, simple syrup and bitters in a cocktail shaker with ice.—
Jeff Burkhart,
The Mercury News,
21 Mar. 2025
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Beyond the produce department, think about your favorite tequila or that Mexican beer (the top-selling beer in the U.S. is Corona Extra) Mexican beer in your refrigerator – these too cross the southern border by the billions of dollars annually.—
Phil Lempert,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Chill the Topo Chico in the fridge and the tequila in the freezer at least overnight, but the longer the better.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
31 Mar. 2025
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Limoncello is a liqueur made with lemons, which grow in abundance in the region.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
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The new Aspen Espresso Martini mixes Aspen vodka, cold brew and coffee liqueur for a boozy caffeine rush.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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His administration has threatened steep tariffs on French exports, including wine and champagne, and has criticized EU leaders over defense spending and support for Ukraine.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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Fresh lemon juice: Brightens up the wine and butter sauce to finish it.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
26 Mar. 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 9 Apr. 2025.
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