Kummel (Noun)
Meaning
Liqueur flavored with caraway seed or cumin.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The German liqueur kummel was a favorite among the old men at the village tavern.
- Kummel is often served as a digestif after a heavy meal in Scandinavian countries.
- The bartender reached for the bottle of kummel to add a splash to the cocktail.
- In some parts of Europe, kummel is still made at home using caraway seeds and neutral grain spirit.
- The strong flavor of kummel can be overwhelming to those who are not used to drinking liqueurs flavored with caraway seed.