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Irish whiskey

American

noun

any whiskey made in Ireland, characteristically a product of barley.

Irish whiskey British

noun

any of the whiskeys made in Ireland, usually from malt and subject to three distillations

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Etymology

Origin of Irish whiskey

First recorded in 1790–1800

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Pernod, based in Paris, oversees a portfolio of 200 spirits brands, including Jameson Irish whiskey and Beefeater London gin, and has a market value of around $17 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 26, 2026

The country makes up about a third of Irish whiskey exports and almost 18% of champagne exports.

From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2025

There are details for about 50 labels, and the book serves as a technical primer on Irish whiskey cocktails and how to build them.

From New York Times ● Feb. 28, 2022

With Irish whiskey, bourbon, spiced honey and cinnamon, the smoky-sweet drink warms the chest and is a perfect fall drink.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 21, 2021

He foched a silber jug, wid a silber cup for a stopper, and said: 'My man, dis is Irish whiskey.

From The Dismal Swamp and Lake Drummond, Early recollections Vivid portrayal of Amusing Scenes by Arnold, Robert

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