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/ˈbɜːrbən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A type of American whiskey made primarily from corn and aged in charred oak barrels.
He poured himself a glass of bourbon to enjoy by the fireplace.
A style of cocktail that is made using bourbon whiskey.
She ordered a bourbon old-fashioned at the bar.
A brand of bourbon whiskey, often referring to specific distilleries or labels.
He prefers Maker's Mark as his choice of bourbon.
proper noun
A noble family in France, historically significant in European aristocracy.
The Bourbon family has played a crucial role in French history.
Referring to the Bourbon Restoration, the period in France after the fall of Napoleon.
The Bourbon monarchy was briefly restored after the Napoleonic Wars.
Etymology
The word 'bourbon' comes from the House of Bourbon, a royal family in France; the drink was named after Bourbon County, Kentucky.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bourbon neat
Bourbon served without ice or mixer.
bourbon on the rocks
Bourbon served over ice.
bourbon country
A reference to areas in Kentucky known for bourbon production.
Related Words
whiskey
A distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash.
rye
A type of whiskey made from at least 51% rye.
Slang Meanings
Bourbon bomb
Let's make some bourbon bombs for the party!
Bourbon street
We had a wild night out on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.