bourbon

bour-bon · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, traditionally produced in Kentucky.

  2. 2.

    (Bourbon) A member of the French royal house that ruled France, Spain, and other countries.

  3. 3.

    (bourbon biscuit) A chocolate-flavored sandwich biscuit.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    bourbon and branch — bourbon whiskey with water
  • •
    straight bourbon — bourbon served without mixers

Related words

See also: rye, scotch, whiskey
Synonyms: whiskey

Etymology

Named after Bourbon County, Kentucky, where it was first produced. The county was named after the French House of Bourbon, the royal dynasty.