What is another word for ratafia?

Pronunciation: [ɹatˈe͡ɪfi͡ə] (IPA)

Ratafia is a type of liqueur that is made by infusing fruits, herbs, or nuts in brandy or other spirits. This sweet, flavorful liqueur is often served as an after-dinner drink or used as a component in cocktails. However, there are several synonyms for ratafia that you may not be familiar with. For example, some people refer to this type of liqueur as "giuletta," while others call it "cordial." Other synonyms include "amaretto," a sweet, nutty liqueur made from almonds, and "frangelico," a hazelnut liqueur that is also sweet and nutty in flavor. Regardless of what you call it, ratafia and its various synonyms are a delicious addition to any drink menu.

Synonyms for Ratafia:

What are the hypernyms for Ratafia?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Ratafia?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for ratafia (as nouns)

Usage examples for Ratafia

Ignorant of the fact that he was fat enough to float if he only kept still, he was fast approaching the state when chicken legs and macaroons would tempt in vain, when his stiffened jaws would refuse to open to the tiny ratafia well soaked in milk, and digestion pains would assail him no more, after too liberal an indulgence in the well-fried cutlet of juicy veal.
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn
The king was one day hunting, and found himself at the Neuilly Bridge; being thirsty, he wanted a glass of ratafia.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt
That was enough to give the ratafia of the good man of Neuilly the reputation of being the best in Europe: the king had said so.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt

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