cocktail
Meaning
A cocktail is a mixed alcoholic beverage typically composed of a combination of spirits, flavorings, and other ingredients, often served in a distinctive glass and garnished to enhance its aesthetic appeal; it embodies a complex interplay of flavors and c
💡 The term "cocktail" can sometimes be misused to refer to any mixed drink, but it specifically denotes a drink that is intentionally composed of various ingredients, often with a focus on balance and presentation.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
She
moved
around
the
small
kitchen
with
practiced
ease
,
selecting
fresh
citrus
and
aromatic
bitters
to
achieve
the
nuanced
balance
she
wanted
.
Although
she
often
experimented
,
tonight
she
aimed
for
a
familiar
cocktail
that
would
appeal
to
a
range
of
palates
and
complement
the
quiet
ambience
she
had
created
.
As
she
stirred
gently
,
she
considered
how
a
delicate
twist
of
lemon
and
a
sprig
of
rosemary
could
lift
the
drink
without
overwhelming
its
core
flavors
.
When
her
friends
arrived
,
the
conversation
flowed
naturally
around
small
domestic
details
while
she
moved
through
the
room
with
a
tray
of
glasses
that
caught
the
warm
light
.
Seeing
the
appreciative
silence
after
the
first
sip
,
she
felt
reassured
that
those
subtle
choices
had
produced
exactly
the
effect
she
intended
.
Common Phrases
craft a cocktail
signature cocktail
cocktail culture
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