Glossary of Drink & Cocktail Terminology

Spirits

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AbsintheSpirits

A high-proof spirit made with wormwood, anise, and fennel, historically associated with artists and intellectuals.

BrandySpirits

A distilled spirit made from fermented fruit juice, commonly aged in barrels. Cognac and Armagnac are famous varieties.

GinSpirits

A spirit flavored primarily with juniper berries and various botanicals. Common types include London Dry, Old Tom, and Genever.

MezcalSpirits

A smoky Mexican spirit made from various types of agave, with a more artisanal production process than tequila.

RumSpirits

A distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts, typically aged in barrels. Styles include white, dark, and spiced rum.

ScreechSpirits

A dark rum bottled in Newfoundland, Canada, known for its bold molasses flavor and its role in the humorous 'Screech-In' ceremony that inducts visitors as honorary Newfoundlanders. Originally imported from Jamaica, Screech has become a cultural icon in Atlantic Canada.

TequilaSpirits

A spirit made from the blue agave plant, primarily produced in Mexico. It has classifications such as Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo.

VodkaSpirits

A clear, neutral spirit primarily distilled from grains or potatoes, known for its versatility in cocktails.

WhiskeySpirits

A distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash, aged in wooden casks. Includes subtypes like bourbon, Scotch, and rye.