triple sec
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Definition of triple sec
: a colorless orange-flavored liqueur
Examples of triple sec in a Sentence
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The drink — a blend of vodka, triple sec, cranberry and lime juice — was the cocktail of choice on the beloved TV show. — Hannah Chubb, PEOPLE.com, "Sarah Jessica Parker Shares Her Top 3 Favorite Restaurants for Sipping Cosmos in N.Y.C.," 24 July 2019 Among them are the Astronaut (peach vodka and Tang), Sake It To Me (sake, oolong raspberry tea, triple sec, and lemon), a classic gimlet, and a seasonal sangria. — Nick Vadala, https://www.inquirer.com, "Center City District Sips is back — here are the new participants for 2019," 5 June 2019 The drink includes five spirits — vodka, rum, gin, tequila and triple sec — along with sweet and sour mix and is served in a 10-ounce mug over ice. — Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY, "$1 Long Island iced teas? Yes, and more Sunday deals for National Iced Tea Day," 8 June 2018 Signature drink: The Sturgeon Whisper mixes vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice and lime juice. — Allen Pierleoni, sacbee, "Where to go for fun and food along Sacramento's Garden Highway," 18 May 2018 The first option is a Strawberry Goretti-ritao, made with Manatawny’s J Potts white whiskey, Boardroom triple sec, strawberry syrup, and lime. — Grace Dickinson, Philly.com, "Where to eat and drink on this Cinco de Mayo in Philadelphia," 2 May 2018 Savah says the Classic ($8), made with El Jimador Silver, triple sec, fresh lime juice and simple syrup, is the best-selling margarita on the menu, followed by the $14 per glass Cabo, made of Cabo Wabo Reposado, Grand Marnier, lime juice and agave. — Sharon Dargay, Detroit Free Press, "Restaurant is serving $100 margaritas in take-home Baccarat crystal glasses," 1 May 2018 Leave your mimosa desires behind and sip sangria blending tempranillo wine, brandy, triple sec, honey and citrus fruit. — Liz Biro, Indianapolis Star, "The best brunch spots in Indianapolis right now," 26 Mar. 2018 Combine 1 ounce triple sec, 2 ounces tequila and 1 ounce lime juice in a shaker. — Lauren Delgado, OrlandoSentinel.com, "How to celebrate National Margarita Day in Central Florida," 22 Feb. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'triple sec.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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