distiller

noun

dis·​till·​er di-ˈsti-lər How to pronounce distiller (audio)
: one that distills especially alcoholic liquors

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Gordon & MacPhail, the iconic Scottish distiller and independent bottler, has released the fifth and final expression in its Mr. George Legacy Series. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 26 May 2025 According to master distiller Elizabeth McCall, the latest edition is an exercise in both blending and maturation. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 20 May 2025 America’s whiskey industry has become a favorite target of such retaliation, and the blowback is going to be especially painful for distillers and the companies that supply them, from farmers to barrel makers. Jon Cherry, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025 Founded in 2003, ADI supports the growth and success of small-scale distillers through education, advocacy, networking, and promotion of best practices in the industry. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for distiller

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First Known Use

1562, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of distiller was in 1562

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“Distiller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/distiller. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

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distiller

noun
dis·​till·​er dis-ˈtil-ər How to pronounce distiller (audio)
: one that distills especially alcoholic liquors

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