Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

queimada

noun

/keɪˈmɑːdə/

Definition

Queimada is a traditional Portuguese drink made from aguardente (firewater) with various ingredients, typically including sugar, lemon, and spices.

Examples

During the festival, they prepared a large cauldron of queimada to share with everyone.
She learned how to make queimada from her grandmother.
In Galicia, queimada is traditionally made by students during the Halloween celebrations.

Meaning

In a broader cultural context, queimada also refers to a ritualistic drink preparation performed to ward off bad spirits and is often accompanied by storytelling or poetry.