Akvavit (Noun)
Meaning
Scandinavian liquor usually flavored with caraway seeds.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The Scandinavian liquor cabinet was stocked with a variety of akvavit flavors, including caraway, dill, and aquavit.
- At the traditional Norwegian wedding, the groom's father toasted the happy couple with a shot of caraway-flavored akvavit.
- Akvavit is a popular Scandinavian liquor usually flavored with caraway seeds, and is often enjoyed as a digestif.
- The Swedish bartender expertly paired the akvavit with a selection of small dishes, including pickled herring and gravlax.
- During the festive Julbord celebration, the family passed around a bottle of ice-cold akvavit to toast the holiday season.