corn whiskey


noun
  1. whiskey made from a mash having at least 80 percent corn.

Origin of corn whiskey

1
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45

Words Nearby corn whiskey

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How to use corn whiskey in a sentence

  • "Yes; I'll give you a glass of corn whiskey, mixed with hot water," added the captain, taking up the suggestion.

    Down The River | Oliver Optic
  • Prentice would pour out half a glass of what they call corn whiskey, and would dip the crackers in it and eat them.

    Edison, His Life and Inventions | Frank Lewis Dyer and Thomas Commerford Martin