Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

licor

Noun
li-kor
Definition
A sweet alcoholic beverage typically made from flavored spirits.
Examples
  • After dinner, we enjoyed a glass of orange licor.
  • The bartender recommended a cherry licor for our cocktails.
  • Many traditional desserts are enhanced with licor for extra flavor.
Meaning
Licor refers to a type of beverage that is sweetened and often flavored with various natural ingredients like fruits, herbs, or spices. It usually has a higher sugar content than regular spirits and is often enjoyed as a digestif or used in cocktails.
Synonyms
  • liqueur
  • cordial
  • spirits