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Whiskey vs. Whisky
Whiskey
/ˈwɪski/Examples:
I enjoy a nice glass of whisky sometimes.They toasted with a round of whiskey shots.The distillery tour included whiskey tastings.
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This word has no antonymsWhisky
/ˈwɪski/Examples:
She sipped her whisky thoughtfully, enjoying its rich flavor.The distillery tour ended with a tasting of their finest whisky.Bartenders often debate the best way to serve whisky.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Whiskey with an e mostly refers to spirits produced in Ireland and America.
- Whisky without an e is commonly used for spirits made in Scotland, Canada, and Japan.
- Remember the e in whiskey as America and Ireland both contain an e.
- Whisky follows the Scots omission of e, aligning with their spelling traditions.
- Both are types of distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash.
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