ouzo effect
Meanings
noun
- 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
Etymology
After the Greek drink ouzo, one of those that exhibit the effect.
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