Scotch whisky
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Scotch whisky
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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The United States remains the primary export market for Scotch whisky, accounting for $1.2 billion per year.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Tariffs on Scotch whisky from the U.K. currently stand at 10%, but were slated to increase to 25% in June, when a previous trade compromise on the spirits was set to expire.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
Tariffs on Scotch whisky from the U.K. are 10% and were set to increase to 25% in June.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
He added: "Put simply, the government cannot expect the Scotch whisky sector to just keep delivering growth, both at home and on the world stage, if the conditions which support growth are not nurtured".
From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025
I'd do the same," said the colonel, "but I don't like Scotch whisky.
From In Africa Hunting Adventures in the Big Game Country by McCutcheon, John T.
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