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Glossary

Poitín

A traditional Irish spirit which translates to "little pot." Historically produced illicitly, it is now regulated by Irish law. It can be produced from a number of ingredients, including grain, potatoes, and sugar beet molasses, and is unaged. Pronounced put-cheen.