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distillery

American  
[dih-stil-uh-ree] / dɪˈstɪl ə ri /

noun

plural

distilleries

  1. a place or establishment where distilling, especially the distilling of liquors, is done.

distillery British  
/ dɪˈstɪlərɪ /

noun

  1. a place where alcoholic drinks, etc, are made by distillation

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Etymology

Origin of distillery

First recorded in 1670–80; distill + -ery

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Last month, the company halted production of gin and vodka brands at its distillery in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, in order to "sharpen" the businesses focus.

From BBC

Last month, the company halted production of gin and vodka brands at its distillery in Elgin, Aberdeenshire, in order to "sharpen" the businesses focus.

From BBC

It said the owner of the distillery believed to have supplied the methanol was still awaiting trial.

From BBC

He's published books, launched his own distillery in Galloway where he grew up, and appeared in other acting roles.

From BBC

Scotch Whisky Association chief executive Mark Kent said China was a "priority growth market" for many distilleries, adding that the country had "developed into a knowledgeable and premium-focused market with a strong appreciation of Scotch".

From BBC

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