Synonyms for

Whisky

Verb / ˈwɪski: / / ˈhwɪski: / Another word for whisky — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Whisky is a type of alcoholic drink made from grains, usually barley, that have been fermented and distilled.

Synonyms & similar words

whiskey whiskey scotch bourbon rye moonshine firewater hooch booze spirits liquor alcohol

Synonyms by register

Formal

spirit liquor distillate

Informal

booze hooch grog sauce

Literary

aqua vitae nectar

Antonyms

water juice soda tea coffee milk

Common collocations

  • single malt whisky
  • scotch whisky
  • Irish whisky
  • bourbon whisky
  • rye whisky
  • whisky tasting
  • glass of whisky

Word family

noun whisky
adjective whisky

Usage note

Whisky is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. The spelling 'whiskey' is common in the United States and Ireland, while 'whisky' is used in Scotland, Canada, and Japan.

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather likes to drink whisky on the rocks.
  2. The bartender poured me a shot of whisky.
  3. I bought a bottle of whisky for my dad's birthday.
  4. Whisky is sometimes spelled with an 'e', like 'whiskey'.
  5. I can smell the sweet aroma of whisky from the distillery.

Quotes

  • Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough. - Mark Twain
  • Whisky is liquid sunshine. - George Bernard Shaw
  • Whisky is the answer, but I can't remember the question. - Anonymous

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