malt liquor
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of malt liquor
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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In the 1970s, actor Billy Dee Williams was the iconic face of Colt 45 malt liquor.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
In 1992, the Hornell Brewing Co. was ordered by the Senate to negotiate with the Oglala Sioux over its Crazy Horse malt liquor.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 2, 2020
Unlike the colorful malt liquor drink, the new incarnation of The Best Show won’t be missing essential ingredients.
From Slate ● Dec. 14, 2014
Mr. Hall said some on his staff suggested that no celebrity would want to be seen drinking a malt liquor in an interview.
From New York Times ● Sep. 8, 2013
“We are a small family,” said his entertainer; “and I am seldom at home—still more seldom receive guests, when I chance to be here—I am sorry I have no malt liquor, if you prefer it.”
From St. Ronan's Well by Scott, Walter, Sir
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