coffee liqueur
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Definition
- Noun:
- A coffee-flavored liqueur: A sweet, alcoholic spirit that is flavored primarily with coffee. It is typically consumed neat, on the rocks, or used as an ingredient in cocktails and desserts.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She ordered a coffee liqueur after dinner.
- The recipe calls for two tablespoons of coffee liqueur.
- Coffee liqueur is a key ingredient in a Black Russian cocktail.
Advanced Usage
- As a culinary ingredient: Coffee liqueur is often used to flavor desserts like tiramisu, cakes, and ice cream.
- The chef flambéed the bananas with coffee liqueur.
Variants and Related Words
- Coffee-flavored liqueur: A more descriptive full term.
- Brand names: Specific commercial products like Kahlúa or Tia Maria are types of coffee liqueur.
Synonyms
- Coffee spirit: A less common synonym.
- Coffee cordial: A term sometimes used, though "cordial" can imply non-alcoholic versions.
Related Phrases
- Coffee liqueur cream: A drink or topping made by mixing coffee liqueur with fresh cream or Irish cream liqueur.
Noun
- coffee-flavored liqueur