Definition

Noun: A brandyball is a type of British boiled sweet (hard candy) that is flavored with brandy. It is a traditional confectionery item.

Usage

The word "brandyball" is a countable noun. It refers to a single piece of this candy or to the type of candy in general.

Examples

• He bought a bag of brandyballs from the old-fashioned sweet shop.
• The distinctive taste of a brandyball comes from its brandy flavoring.
• She offered me a brandyball after dinner.

Advanced Usage

• While the name suggests an alcoholic content, traditional brandyballs are typically flavored with a non-alcoholic essence or a very small amount of brandy, making them suitable for general sale and consumption by all ages.

Variants and Related Words

• Brandy snap (noun): A different, crisp British biscuit (cookie) flavored with ginger and brandy, often rolled into a tube shape.
• Boiled sweet (noun): The general British term for a hard candy, of which a brandyball is a specific type.

Synonyms

• Hard candy
• Boiled sweet (UK)
• Brandy-flavored candy

Notes

• "Brandyball" is a compound noun formed from "brandy" + "ball," describing the candy's flavor and shape. It is primarily used in British English.

Noun

1. a British candy flavored with brandy