Scotch whisky

noun

1. whiskey distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley in a pot still.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Scotch whisky¹

First recorded in 1825–35

Example Sentences

Such a move could hit billions of pounds' worth of British exports, including Scotch whisky, pharmaceutical products, and airplane parts.

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Such a move could hit billions of pounds' worth in British exports, including Scotch whisky, pharmaceutical products, and airplane parts.

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It had been speculated that Mr Hunt would increase the tax applied to Scotch whisky to 15%.

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Key interests for the UK side include lowering India's high import tariffs on British-made cars, dairy products and drinks including Scotch whisky.

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Under the 80p plan the Daily Record reports that a bottle of Scotch whisky could rise by more than £8 and a six-pack of Tennent's lager could go up to almost £10.

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