whiskey

[ˈwɪski]

whiskey Definition

  • 1a type of alcoholic drink made from grain, usually barley, corn, rye, or wheat, that has been fermented and distilled
  • 2a small amount of this drink served neat or on the rocks

Using whiskey: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "whiskey" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He ordered a whiskey on the rocks.

  • Example

    I prefer Irish whiskey over Scotch.

  • Example

    She took a sip of her whiskey and winced at the strong taste.

whiskey Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whiskey

Phrases with whiskey

  • whiskey sour

    a cocktail made with whiskey, lemon juice, sugar, and optionally egg white

    Example

    The bartender recommended the whiskey sour as a refreshing drink for the summer.

  • a serving of whiskey without any ice or mixers

    Example

    He likes his whiskey neat, so he can savor the flavor.

  • a serving of whiskey with ice cubes

    Example

    She ordered a whiskey on the rocks to cool off after a long day.

Origins of whiskey

from Gaelic 'uisge beatha', meaning 'water of life'

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Summary: whiskey in Brief

Whiskey [ˈwɪski] is an alcoholic drink made from fermented and distilled grains like barley, corn, rye, or wheat. It can be served neat or on the rocks, and has many variations like bourbon, scotch, and rye. Popular whiskey drinks include the whiskey sour, whiskey neat, and whiskey on the rocks.

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