ouzo effect

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The spontaneous formation of an emulsion when water is added to certain anise-flavoured liqueurs and spirits, giving the drink a milky appearance.

Word forms

ouzo effect the ouzo effect

Etymology

After the Greek drink ouzo, one of those that exhibit the effect.

Related words

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