Bourbon (en. Bourbon)

/buʁ.bɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An American whiskey made primarily from corn.
Bourbon must contain at least 51% corn.
Le bourbon doit contenir au moins 51 % de maïs.
A variety of whiskey, often associated with a sweet and rich taste.
He prefers a craft bourbon over a commercial brand.
Il préfère un bourbon artisanal plutôt qu'une marque commerciale.
A region of the United States famous for its bourbon production.
The state of Kentucky is renowned for its bourbon distilleries.
La région du Kentucky est renommée pour ses distilleries de bourbon.

Etymology

The word 'bourbon' comes from the royal house of Bourbon, which gave its name to this drink.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a bourbon
To drink a glass of bourbon.
prendre un bourbon
bourbon on the rocks
A bourbon served with ice cubes.
bourbon sur glace
bourbon cocktail
A mixture of bourbon with other ingredients in a cocktail.
cocktail bourbon

Related Words

barrel
A wooden barrel used for aging bourbon.
barrel
Kentucky
The American state regarded as the home of bourbon.
Kentucky
distillation
The process of purifying liquids through evaporation and condensation.
distillation

Slang Meanings

A casual term for a good whiskey.
After a long day, nothing beats a good bourbon.
Après une longue journée, rien de tel qu'un bon bourbon.
A lifestyle associated with whiskey culture.
He enjoys the bourbon vibe in his favorite bar.
Il aime l'ambiance bourbon dans son bar préféré.