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eau de vie


Meanings
  • A type of alcoholic beverage, typically produced from distilled fruit spirits.

    - "Eau de vie is a popular alcoholic beverage, especially in Europe."
    - "Some people enjoy sipping eau de vie neat, while others prefer mixing it with water or other mixers."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with eau de vie
eau de vie , toujours vivre , devant tous vivre , vivre heureuse , vivre d'amour , vivre sans peur
Homophones
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  1. eau () : Water

  2. vie () : Life


Variants
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eau-de-vie , eaux-de-vie
Forms
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{"term"=>"Eau de vie de fruit", "description"=>"A type of eau de vie produced from distilled fruit spirits, such as grape, apple, pear, or other fruits."}


Etymology
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The term 'eau de vie' is French in origin. 'Eau' means water, while 'de vie' means 'of life'. So, eau de vie literally means 'water of life'.


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  1. Brandy: A type of eau de vie produced from distilled grape wine, typically aged in oak barrels for a period of time to develop complex flavors and aromas.

  2. Cognac: A type of brandy produced from grapes grown in the Cognac region of southwestern France. Cognac is typically aged in oak barrels for a longer period of time than other types of brandy, and it develops rich, complex flavors and aromas that are highly sought after by connoisseurs and collectors around the world.


Culture
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Eau de vie has been an integral part of various cultures throughout history. In Europe, eau de vie has been produced since the Middle Ages, and it has been an essential component of European literature, art, and music. In many parts of Europe, eau de vie is still used as a digestive aid, and it is often enjoyed as a nightcap. In other parts of the world, such as the Caribbean and South America, eau de vie is often produced from sugarcane or other tropical fruits, and it is often enjoyed as a refreshing drink or as a base for various cocktails.

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    - Imagine a clear glass filled with a golden, amber-colored liquid. The aroma is rich and complex, with hints of sweet fruit, spice, and oak. The taste is smooth and velvety, with a slight sweetness that gives way to a warm, pleasant spiciness that lingers on the palate. This is what eau de vie looks, smells, and tastes like.


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