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Pinch a little whisky (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

nip

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'pinch' is the definition.
(nip can mean to pinch or bite)

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(Other definitions for nip that I've seen before include "Swift bite" , "Shot" , "Feeling cold" , "Dram of spirits" , "Pinch with small drink" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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