swizzled; swizzling
ˈswi-zə-liŋ 
ˈswiz-liŋ
: to drink especially to excess : guzzle
: to mix or stir with or as if with a swizzle stick
Examples of swizzle in a Sentence
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Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 July 2024
The origin of the swizzle dates back to the 1860s, when ice was first introduced to Caribbean locals.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 31 July 2023
Amy Schlinger, wsj.com, 19 Dec. 2023
Noir Bar brings all of Muller's extensive knowledge, commitment to extensive research, and penchant for a good time to the table and swizzles them together with a healthy pour of booze resulting in a book sure to appeal to everyone from a scheming femme fatale to a wise-cracking gumshoe.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 16 May 2023
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Noun
Add crushed ice two-thirds or so full and agitate (either swizzle back and forth with a swizzle stick or a bar spoon, or else just stir) until the glass begins to frost.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 July 2024
The origin of the swizzle dates back to the 1860s, when ice was first introduced to Caribbean locals.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 31 July 2023
Verb
Heirloom swizzles These quality pewter stirrers are made in the U.S., include two irons, two putters and two woods, and a touch of elegance and fun to any post-match drink.
—Amy Schlinger, wsj.com, 19 Dec. 2023
Noir Bar brings all of Muller's extensive knowledge, commitment to extensive research, and penchant for a good time to the table and swizzles them together with a healthy pour of booze resulting in a book sure to appeal to everyone from a scheming femme fatale to a wise-cracking gumshoe.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 16 May 2023
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“Swizzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/swizzle. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.
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