Scotch whisky

American  

noun

1. whiskey distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley in a pot still.

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Etymology

Origin of Scotch whisky

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

Scotch whisky is facing a sharp downturn in production as it adapts to tough market conditions around the world.

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The UK will cut taxes on Indian clothing, footwear, jewellery and frozen seafood, among other goods, while India will reduce duties on the import of Scotch whisky, cosmetics, medical devices and luxury cars.

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First Minister John Swinney spent 50 minutes with the president in the Oval Office the week before the State visit, making the case for Scotch whisky.

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UK negotiators have been working ahead of the state visit to secure further concessions on trade and Swinney has seized the opportunity to contribute to that effort on behalf of Scotch whisky.

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"Getting the tariffs back down to zero for Scotch whisky would obviously benefit Scotland and the industry directly, but it would also be a good thing for the US industry and for the US economy."

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