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Key Alcoholic Drinks Vocabulary
gin
gin
[noun]

a strong alcoholic drink made from grain or malt and flavored with juniper berries

Ex: She mixed a classic gin and tonic with a slice of lime for refreshment. 
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alcohol
alcohol
[noun]

any drink that can make people intoxicated, such as wine, beer, etc.

Ex: The legal drinking age for purchasing alcohol in many countries is 21. 
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special
special
[Adjective]

different or better than what is normal

Ex: That song holds a special place in her heart. 
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taste
taste
[noun]

the sense that we feel when we put food in our mouth

Ex: He liked the complex taste of the wine. 
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juniper berry

the small, aromatic fruits of the juniper plant, used as a spice in culinary preparations

Ex: I enjoy brewing a cup of juniper berry tea to relax and unwind after a long day. 
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unique
unique
[Adjective]

unlike anything else and distinguished by individuality

Ex: Each snowflake is unique with its own pattern. 
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flavor
flavor
[noun]

the specific taste that a type of food or drink has

Ex: He loves the tangy flavor of pickles. 
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to flavor
to flavor
[Verb]

to improve or change the taste of a dish by adding spices, vegetables, etc. to it

Ex: She flavors the soup with herbs and spices for a robust taste. 
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to drink
to drink
[Verb]

to put water, coffee, or other type of liquid inside of our body through our mouth

Ex: He prefers to drink hot chocolate in the winter, not in the summer. 
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to mix
to mix
[Verb]

to combine two or more distinct substances or elements to form a unified whole

Ex: The chef carefully mixed the ingredients to create a flavorful sauce. 
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cocktail
cocktail
[noun]

an alcoholic drink made by mixing several drinks together

Ex: She enjoyed sipping a classic cocktail like a martini or a mojito on special occasions. 
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basic
basic
[Adjective]

having the simplest form without extra complexity

Ex: The basic design of the house focuses on functionality over decoration. 
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grain
grain
[noun]

the small seeds of wheat, corn, rice, and other such crops

Ex: Wheat is one of the most commonly grown grains worldwide. 
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plant
plant
[noun]

a living thing that grows in ground or water, usually has leaves, stems, flowers, etc.

Ex: The gardener watered the plant every morning. 
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to add
to add
[Verb]

to put something such as an ingredient, additional element, etc. together with something else

Ex: Fertilizer is added to the soil to promote plant growth. 
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mixture
mixture
[noun]

any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients

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to heat
to heat
[Verb]

to raise the temperature of something

Ex: The chef is currently heating the sauce on the stove. 
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steam
steam
[noun]

the hot gas produced when water is heated to the boiling point

Ex: Steam rose from the kettle as the water reached its boiling point. 
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to cool
to cool
[Verb]

to become less hot and slightly colder

Ex: The evening breeze helps the temperature to cool. 
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liquid
liquid
[noun]

a substance such as water that flows freely, unlike a gas or a solid

Ex: Water is the most common liquid on Earth, essential for all forms of life. 
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process
process
[noun]

a specific course of action that is performed in order to accomplish a certain objective

Ex: The manufacturing process involves several stages of production. 
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distillation

the changing process of a liquid to a gas and then cooling it which results in the forming of a purified liquid

Ex: In the laboratory, distillation is often used to isolate specific chemicals from a mixture. 
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common
common
[Adjective]

frequently found, happening, or seen

Ex: It’s common for people to exchange holiday gifts with friends and family. 
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strong
strong
[Adjective]

describing drink that contains a large amount of a substance (like alcohol, caffeine, or flavor)

Ex: She prefers strong coffee with double espresso shots. 
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rich
rich
[Adjective]

containing a high amount of fat, sugar, or other indulgent ingredients

Ex: The chocolate cake was incredibly rich, with layers of dense chocolate and a generous amount of frosting. 
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malt
malt
[noun]

a type of whiskey made only from malted barley, which is of high quality

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great
great
[Adjective]

significantly influential or impactful

Ex: The great leader's decisions shaped the future of the nation. 
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well-known
well-known
[Adjective]

widely recognized or acknowledged

Ex: The well-known actor has starred in numerous blockbuster movies. 
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tonic
tonic
[noun]

lime- or lemon-flavored carbonated water containing quinine

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martini
martini
[noun]

an alcoholic cocktail made with vermouth and gin or vodka, often garnished with an olive

Ex: She ordered a dry martini with a lemon twist at the upscale bar. 
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negroni
negroni
[noun]

a classic Italian cocktail made with equal parts gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth

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cooking
cooking
[noun]

the act of preparing food by heat or mixing different ingredients

Ex: He found cooking to be a great stress-reliever. 
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to add
to add
[Verb]

to put something such as an ingredient, additional element, etc. together with something else

Ex: Fertilizer is added to the soil to promote plant growth. 
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sauce
sauce
[noun]

a flavorful liquid, served with food to give it a particular taste

Ex: My mother made a creamy béchamel sauce for the lasagna. 
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to marinate

to soak food in a seasoned liquid, typically containing oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices, to enhance its flavor and softness before cooking

Ex: She marinates the chicken in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for several hours before grilling it. 
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medicine
medicine
[noun]

a substance that treats injuries or illnesses

Ex: The doctor prescribed medicine for her cough. 
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the Middle Ages

an era in European history, between about AD 1000 and AD 1500, when the authority of kings, people of high rank, and the Christian Church was unquestionable

Ex: Castles and knights are iconic symbols of life during the Middle Ages. 
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stomach
stomach
[noun]

the body part inside our body where the food that we eat goes

Ex: He felt a sense of relief when the doctor assured him that his stomach issue was temporary. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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social
social
[Adjective]

relating to activities in which people meet each other for pleasure

Ex: He's not very social and prefers to stay at home. 
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