arrack

noun

Meaning

A strong alcoholic spirit distilled from the fermented sap of coconut flowers, sugarcane, or rice, primarily produced in Southern and Southeast Asia.

Examples

  • Many traditional cocktails in the region are crafted using a base of high-quality arrack.
  • He found the flavor of the local arrack to be surprisingly smooth despite its high alcohol content.

Synonyms: spirit, liquor, distillate, moonshine