cafe royale
Definition
Noun 1. A specific type of alcoholic coffee drink: A beverage consisting of black coffee combined with Cognac (a type of brandy), lemon peel, and sugar. It is often served as a dessert or after-dinner drink.
Usage
- The term "cafe royale" is used to name this specific mixed drink.
- It is typically ordered at restaurants or bars, especially after a meal.
- Example: "After the exquisite dinner, the host suggested we all enjoy a cafe royale."
Advanced Usage
- The drink is sometimes flambéed (set on fire briefly) at the table to caramelize the sugar and blend the flavors, though this is not always the case.
- It is considered a classic, somewhat formal drink.
Variants and Related Words
- Café Royale: An alternative spelling, often using the French accent.
- Coffee royale: A less common variant name for a similar concept.
- Irish coffee: A related but distinct drink made with coffee, Irish whiskey, and cream, without lemon.
Synonyms
- Spiked coffee: A general term for coffee with alcohol added.
- Liqueur coffee: A broader category of coffee drinks that include a spirit or liqueur.
Related Phrases / Idioms
(This specific term is a proper name for a drink and is not commonly used in idiomatic expressions.)
Noun
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black coffee with Cognac and lemon peel and sugar
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