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Recent Examples of gin
In a cocktail shaker filled partially with ice, add 2 ¼ ounces gin, ½ ounce St. Germain, ½ ounce simple syrup, and ¾ ounce fresh lime juice.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
There’s an extensive buffet curated by chefs based in the Nordic region and the bar is well stocked with Finnish gins, craft beers and specialty cocktails.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
In 2020, Ryan Reynolds sold his gin company, Aviation Gin, in a deal worth north of $600 million, also to Diageo.
—Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 24 Apr. 2025
Properly constructed, a Martinez is plush with Italian vermouth but still prickly with gin, enjoying the diamond-clarity of a Martini but with the silken luxuriousness of a Manhattan.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025
There’s an extensive buffet curated by chefs based in the Nordic region and the bar is well stocked with Finnish gins, craft beers and specialty cocktails.
—Nicole Trilivas, Forbes.com, 6 May 2025
In 2020, Ryan Reynolds sold his gin company, Aviation Gin, in a deal worth north of $600 million, also to Diageo.
—Shannon Carroll, Quartz, 24 Apr. 2025
Properly constructed, a Martinez is plush with Italian vermouth but still prickly with gin, enjoying the diamond-clarity of a Martini but with the silken luxuriousness of a Manhattan.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gin
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As is tradition when naming a ship, Middleton briefly spoke to a crowd of people before releasing a bottle of whiskey that was broken against the hull of HMS Glasgow.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
26 May 2025
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Intrepid drinkers in America are able to sample a whole lot of whiskey, if they are motivated enough.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
25 May 2025
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In general, beer has less ethanol than wine per ounce, and wine has less than liquors like vodka and tequila, Dr. Keyes said.—
Caroline Hopkins Legaspi,
New York Times,
20 May 2025
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And don’t forget a classic Caesar cocktail to wash it all down, made with vodka, Clamato juice, and a touch of hot sauce.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
19 May 2025
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After the traditional production processes, this tequila is conditioned for 21–28 days in brandy casks that previously held Oaxacan mezcal, imparting unique characteristics to the spirit.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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In the courtyard, the word moonshine was projected on a wall and visitors tasted samples of tsipouro, a type of Greek brandy.—
Tony Perrottet,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2025
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The alleged incident took place at a nightclub in February 2023, with prosecutors claiming that the two-time Grammy winner attacked music promoter Abraham Diaw with a tequila bottle.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
22 May 2025
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Marciano pours himself a glass of straight tequila and Layla’s shock at this action tells me she’s never seen a Bravo television program.—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
21 May 2025
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The popular cocktail contains a handful of simple ingredients: St-Germain elderflower liqueur (naturally), Martini prosecco, soda water and mint and lime for a garnish.—
Erin Clements,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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This sophisticated take on a margarita is buoyed by two orange liqueurs.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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The cocktail — which is consumed in great quantities every third weekend of May — is equal parts bourbon, vodka and peach schnapps.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
17 May 2025
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Marisa Capasso, Aramark’s general manager at the science center, who devised it, described it as a sweet concoction with green chartreuse, peach schnapps, maraschino liqueur and fresh lime juice.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Joe has written extensively on wines and spirits and judged many of the leading international wines and spirits competitions.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Over in Sag Harbor, Joey Wolfer—known for her wine and Hamptons style—launches REWORKED by Joey Wolfer, her latest fashion collection, at Sage & Madison, the charming café-meets-boutique in the heart of the village.—
Nancy Kane,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2025
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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.—
Joe Yogerst,
Forbes,
11 Jan. 2025
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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,
The Arizona Republic,
11 Apr. 2024
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“Gin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gin. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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