Liqueur

usgb/lɪˈkɜːr/
noun

A strong, sweet alcoholic drink, often flavored with fruits, herbs, or spices.

He poured a glass of orange liqueur after dinner.
Visual representation of "liqueur" - A strong, sweet alcoholic drink, often flavored with fruits, herbs, or spices.

Often appears as...

  • orange liqueur
  • coffee liqueur
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Elegant Choice

Liqueur is often seen as a sophisticated drink for special occasions or after meals.

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They served an exquisite raspberry liqueur at the gala.
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Not 'Liquor'

'Liqueur' is different from 'liquor'. Liqueur is sweeter and infused with flavors, while liquor is a generic term for distilled spirits.

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She prefers a chocolate liqueur over hard liquor for a sweeter taste.
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Cocktail Ingredient

Liqueurs are commonly used as an ingredient in cocktails to add flavor and sweetness.

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The bartender added a splash of elderflower liqueur to the cocktail for a floral twist.
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