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Food and Drink Preparation - Preparing Drinks

Here you will learn some English words related to preparing drinks such as "brew", "fermentation", and "kettle".

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Words Related to Food and Drink Preparation
to brew
to brew
[Verb]

to make a drink, such as tea or coffee, or soup by soaking ingredients in hot water

Ex: She likes to brew her coffee with freshly ground beans every morning. 
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grounds
grounds
[noun]

the settled particles that collect at the bottom of a liquid, such as coffee or tea

Ex: After brewing, the coffee grounds are left at the bottom of the cup, imparting a rich flavor and aroma to the beverage. 
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to percolate

to brew coffee by passing hot water through the grounds, typically in a percolator

Ex: She prefers to percolate her coffee slowly, allowing the rich aroma to fill the kitchen before pouring a cup. 
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to [put] the kettle on

to start boiling water in a kettle, typically to make tea or coffee

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tea bag
tea bag
[noun]

a small bag or sachet containing tea leaves or herbal ingredients used to steep in hot water for brewing tea

Ex: He always carries a few tea bags when traveling to ensure a good cup of tea. 
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tea leaf
tea leaf
[noun]

dried leaves of the tea plant used to brew tea

Ex: The tea enthusiast always prefers loose tea leaves over tea bags for a fresher and more flavorful cup of tea. 
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brewer
brewer
[noun]

a person who is skilled in creating and fermenting beer

Ex: The brewer spends long hours in the brewery, carefully selecting ingredients and monitoring fermentation to create unique and flavorful craft beers. 
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brewery
brewery
[noun]

a place where beer is produced

Ex: The local brewery prides itself on its small-batch brewing methods, producing unique and innovative beers that reflect the creativity of the brewers. 
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draught
draught
[noun]

a serving of a drink, such as beer, from a cask or keg rather than a bottle or can

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to freshen

to refill or top up someone's glass with more of the same beverage they were having

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head
head
[noun]

the bubbly layer that forms on the surface of certain drinks, such as beer or other carbonated beverages

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mash
mash
[noun]

a mixture of malted grains and hot water used in brewing to extract sugars

Ex: The brewer stirred the mash carefully to ensure even heating. 
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microbrewery

a small-scale brewery that produces limited quantities of craft beer, focusing on quality and innovation

Ex: The microbrewery in our neighborhood offers a rotating selection of artisanal beers brewed on-site, drawing crowds of locals and visitors alike. 
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draught beer

a type of beer that is served from a keg or a cask and dispensed through a tap or a faucet

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winemaking

the process and science of producing wine, encompassing grape cultivation, harvesting, fermentation, aging, blending, and bottling

Ex: Winemaking requires a delicate balance of science and artistry to produce exceptional wines. 
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winery
winery
[noun]

a place where wine is made and usually stored

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fermentation

the process by which microorganisms convert carbohydrates into alcohol, acids, or gases

Ex: The fermentation of dough by yeast produces carbon dioxide gas, causing the dough to rise and become light and airy when baked. 
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cezve
cezve
[noun]

a small pot used for brewing coffee, often associated with Middle Eastern and Turkish coffee traditions

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dallah
dallah
[noun]

a decorative Arabic coffee pot for brewing and serving Arabic coffee

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jebena
jebena
[noun]

a traditional Ethiopian coffee pot used for brewing and serving coffee

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espresso machine

a machine that brews coffee by forcing water near boiling point through ground coffee and a filter to produce a thick, concentrated coffee called espresso

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wine cooler

a refrigeration unit designed specifically to store and chill wine bottles at the optimal temperature

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coffee maker

a machine used for making coffee

Ex: She cleaned the coffee maker's filter to remove any coffee residue. 
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kettle
kettle
[noun]

a container with a handle, lid, and spout that is used for boiling water

Ex: She filled the kettle with water and put it on the stove. 
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water dispenser

a device or appliance that provides a convenient source of drinking water

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water boiler

a device or appliance that heats water for various purposes

Ex: The water boiler heated the water quickly. 
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moka pot
moka pot
[noun]

a stovetop coffee maker that brews coffee by passing hot water through coffee grounds under pressure

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samovar
samovar
[noun]

a metal urn used to heat and boil water for making tea, commonly found in Russia and other countries

Ex: At the traditional Russian tea ceremony, the samovar takes center stage, symbolizing hospitality and warmth. 
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teapot
teapot
[noun]

a container with a handle, lid, and spout for brewing and serving tea

Ex: She poured hot water into the teapot to brew her favorite herbal tea. 
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cafetiere
cafetiere
[noun]

a coffee maker that brews coffee by steeping ground beans in hot water and separating the coffee from the grounds using a plunger and filter

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magnum
magnum
[noun]

a large-sized bottle for wine or other alcoholic beverages, holding 1.5 liters

Ex: The sommelier recommended a magnum of vintage Bordeaux for the special occasion, ensuring there was plenty to share among the guests. 
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jeroboam
jeroboam
[noun]

a large-sized bottle used for storing and serving wine or other alcoholic beverages, typically containing 3 liters

Ex: The celebratory dinner called for a jeroboam of champagne, providing ample servings for all the guests to toast the occasion. 
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rehoboam
rehoboam
[noun]

a large wine or champagne bottle size, typically holding 4.5 liters or equivalent to 6 regular wine bottles or 6 liters of champagne

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methuselah

a large wine or champagne bottle size, typically holding 6 liters or equivalent to 8 regular wine bottles or 8 liters of champagne

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salmanazar

a large wine or champagne bottle size, typically holding 9 liters or equivalent to 12 regular wine bottles or 12 liters of champagne

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balthazar
balthazar
[noun]

a large wine or champagne bottle size, typically holding 12 liters or equivalent to 16 regular wine bottles or 16 liters of champagne

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nebuchadnezzar

an extra-large bottle for wine or other alcoholic drinks, holding around 15 liters or 20 standard bottles

Ex: The prestigious wine auction featured a rare nebuchadnezzar of vintage Champagne, attracting bids from collectors worldwide. 
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