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Recent Examples of mescal
Diners can choose from a wide selection of Mexican tequilas, mescals, and beers, as well as wines from around the globe and innovative cocktails like the Avocado Margarita and Oaxacan Old Fashioned.
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Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Upscale mescal has become the hip drink of sophisticated young Mexicans who wish to celebrate their national or pre-Colombian roots.
—Chantal Martineau, Foreign Affairs, 20 Oct. 2015
Lance Darrow was behind the bar, serving tequilas and mescal, and using talent and creativity to prepare the latest trendy mixed drinks.
—Arcelia Martin, Dallas News, 9 July 2023
Diners can opt for other alcohol as well; one group recently chose to do it with a smoky mescal.
—Alina Dizik, WSJ, 27 Aug. 2018
The bar will feature a large selection of tequilas and mescals.
—Todd A. Price, NOLA.com, 31 Oct. 2017
Like at Barrio, Pablo y Pablo also boasts a big agave spirits list, around 70 different mescals and tequilas.
—Tan Vinh, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2017
Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
After the firing squad finished its work, victorious Mexican troops reportedly removed Crabb's head and shipped it to Mexico City in a jar of mescal.
—The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
Upscale mescal has become the hip drink of sophisticated young Mexicans who wish to celebrate their national or pre-Colombian roots.
—Chantal Martineau, Foreign Affairs, 20 Oct. 2015
Lance Darrow was behind the bar, serving tequilas and mescal, and using talent and creativity to prepare the latest trendy mixed drinks.
—Arcelia Martin, Dallas News, 9 July 2023
Diners can opt for other alcohol as well; one group recently chose to do it with a smoky mescal.
—Alina Dizik, WSJ, 27 Aug. 2018
The bar will feature a large selection of tequilas and mescals.
—Todd A. Price, NOLA.com, 31 Oct. 2017
Like at Barrio, Pablo y Pablo also boasts a big agave spirits list, around 70 different mescals and tequilas.
—Tan Vinh, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mescal
Noun
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The same, of course, could be said for Mexican tequila and mezcal, French Chartreuse or brandy.—
Anna Lee C. Iijima,
Bon Appétit,
21 Jan. 2025
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The company has a diverse portfolio of liquor, owning Herradura tequila, The Glendronach scotch whisky, Diplomático Rum and Fords Gin among others.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN,
14 Jan. 2025
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The portfolio now ranges way beyond Old No. 7, the classic Tennessee whiskey workhorse that anchors the distillery’s lineup and is one of the most popular whiskeys in the world.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
26 Jan. 2025
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Darker spirits, like whiskey (particularly bourbon), cognac, and dark rum have higher amounts of congeners.2 On the other hand, clearer spirits like vodka and gin have lower amounts of congeners.—
Alicen Nelson MD,
Verywell Health,
24 Jan. 2025
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There’s also cocktails from the mixologist Jason Diaz: The Sultan’s Touch combines vodka, za’atar dry vermouth, and Castelvetrano brine, while the Leila Negroni mixes gin with coconut pandan Campari and vermouth.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
21 Jan. 2025
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Sunday: $3 mimosa, $7 free play ‘88 (gin, lemon, and bubbles), $8 fruit and cheese.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The same, of course, could be said for Mexican tequila and mezcal, French Chartreuse or brandy.—
Anna Lee C. Iijima,
Bon Appétit,
21 Jan. 2025
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Harrison also pointed out that Spain is another region that is producing outstanding brandies, observing: Another good place to look for brandy is Spain and Brandy de Jerez.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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When the cops showed up, there was a half-empty bottle of vodka in the front seat.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
19 Jan. 2025
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While investigating, officers found the first boy's coat on her couch and a half-empty gallon bottle of vodka in her kitchen.—
Saleen Martin,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Master distiller Sara Sergent recommends using Alpine’s own Preserve liqueur in place of vermouth, in a 2:1 gin/liqueur ratio.—
Tony Sachs,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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Irish spirits exports overall, including beer, liqueur, and gin, increased by nearly 20 percent, the equivalent of more than $2 billion.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
10 Jan. 2025
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Under Joseph Losey’s direction, the seedy streets of Berlin become the sunny avenues of Los Angeles, the shambling beggars become roving gangs of coiffed teenage boys, the killer’s drink changes from schnapps to bourbon, and the overall effect is a little less morally ambiguous than the original.—
Elle Carroll,
Vulture,
24 Dec. 2024
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And like Crazy Daisy, Off Piste Bar offers a solid cocktail menu, along with beer and plenty of schnapps.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Dec. 2024
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There were four other Sauvignon Blanc wines in the final round.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
25 Jan. 2025
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The Vintner’s Table six-course prix fixe menu paired with a wine flight will set you back $293.—
Brady MacDonald,
Orange County Register,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Mescal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mescal. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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