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Meaning of bourbon
A type of American whiskey made from at least 51% corn mash.
Etymology of bourbon
The word "bourbon" is derived from the French royal family, the House of Bourbon, and was named after Bourbon County in Kentucky, where the whiskey was originally produced.
The term "bourbon" was first used in the late 18th century to describe the type of whiskey made in the region.
Synonyms
whiskey
scotch
rum
vodka
gin
liqueur
spirits
liquor
brandy
cognac
tequila
mezcal
bourbon whiskey
american whiskey
whiskey sour
old fashioned
cocktail
drink
liquor
booze
hooch
moonshine
bootleg
distillate
potable
intoxicant
beverage
alcohol
liquorice
wine
champagne
champagne cocktail
highball
sour mash
Tennessee whiskey
Canadian whiskey
Irish whiskey
single malt
blended whiskey.
Definitions
- A type of American whiskey made from at least 51% corn mash, aged in new charred oak barrels, and originating from the United States, particularly Kentucky.
- A cocktail made with bourbon, sugar, bitters, and a twist of citrus peel, typically served over ice in a rocks glass.
Usage Examples
- The bartender expertly mixed a bourbon old fashioned, garnishing it with a twist of orange peel.
- Bourbon is a popular ingredient in many classic cocktails, including the Manhattan and the whiskey sour.
- The distillery produced a high-quality bourbon, aged for at least two years in new charred oak barrels.