straight whiskey

noun

An Americanism dating back to 1860–65

Straight whiskey tasted abominably and returned no reward for his efforts.

This indulgence consisted not in rare sprees but in the persistent daily taking of large quantities of straight whiskey.

I reckon straight whiskey is about ez good ez the next thing for blind chills.

Now Stephen had never learned to like straight whiskey, but he took down his share without a face.

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