Poteen

usgb/pəˈtiːn/
noun

A type of strong alcoholic drink, made illegally in Ireland.

The police raided the farmhouse and found numerous bottles of poteen.
Visual representation of "poteen" - A type of strong alcoholic drink, made illegally in Ireland.

Often appears as...

  • bottle of poteen
  • drink poteen
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Illicit Origins

Poteen is traditionally made illegally, often stressing its secretive and unlawful nature.

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He shared a story about his grandfather brewing poteen in the woods.
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Irish Heritage

Poteen holds cultural significance in Ireland and is part of its historical folklore and practices.

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Visiting the Irish countryside, you might hear tales of old poteen stills.
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Potent Alcohol

The word implies very strong spirits, often more potent than commercially available alcohol.

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After a sip of poteen, his face turned red from its strength.
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