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Rotgut

British pronunciation/ɹˈɒtɡʌt/
American pronunciation/ɹˈɑːtɡʌt/
Rotgut
[NOUN]
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a slang term used to describe cheap, low-quality alcohol that is often high in alcohol content and can be dangerous to consume in large quantities

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What is "rotgut"?

Rotgut is a slang term used to describe cheap, low-quality alcohol that is often high in alcohol content and can be dangerous to consume in large quantities. The term is often used to describe distilled spirits, such as whiskey, that are made using low-quality ingredients and methods that do not meet the standards of commercial distilleries. Rotgut is often associated with the negative effects of excessive alcohol consumption, including hangovers, nausea, and addiction. While it may be cheaper than higher-quality alcohol, it's important to remember that rotgut can be dangerous and can lead to serious health problems if consumed in excess.

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1Other alcohols with this wood alcohol mixed in would also be referred to as rotgut liquor, which poisoned thousands of speakeasy customers.
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