| alcohol |
a clear liquid that burns easily and can be made from certain grains and fruits. Alcohol is present in such drinks as beer, wine, and whiskey. It is also used in making medicines and chemicals. [1/2 definitions] |
| alcoholic |
Something alcoholic is a thing that has alcohol in it. Drinks like wine and beer are alcoholic beverages. [1/2 definitions] |
| bar1 |
A bar is a place where adults sometimes have drinks such as beer or wine. In a bar, there is a long counter where people can sit and get drinks. A bar also serves snacks and sometimes other simple foods. Other types of places with a counter sometimes use the word bar in their name. You can get snacks at a snack bar or ice cream at a dairy bar, for example. [1/6 definitions] |
| brandy |
a strong alcoholic drink that is made with fermented fruit juice or wine. |
| cask |
a large, strong barrel used for holding wine or other liquids |
| champagne |
a white wine with bubbles originally made in the Champagne region of France. |
| crystal |
Crystal is a kind of glass that is of excellent quality. Expensive glasses for water or wine are often made of crystal, and the glasses are called crystal too. [1/2 definitions] |
| dandelion |
a common plant with bright yellow flowers and leaves with points along the edges. Dandelion leaves can be eaten raw or cooked as vegetables, and wine is sometimes made from the flowers. |
| decanter |
a pretty glass bottle with a stopper. A decanter is usually used to serve wine or liquor. |
| dregs |
solid matter that sinks to the bottom of drinks such as wine or coffee. [1/2 definitions] |
| goblet |
a drinking glass with a stem and base, used mainly for wine. |
| gourmet |
a person who loves and knows much about good food and fine wine. [1/2 definitions] |
| Moldova |
Moldova is a country in Europe. It is between the countries of Ukraine and Romania. Moldova has many hills, but there are flat lands too. Moldova has many farms and grows a lot of grain, fruits, and vegetables. People in Moldova also grow grapes for wine. Many people come to Moldova to see its countryside and to enjoy its wines. |
| Portugal |
Portugal is a country in Europe. The country of Spain is on one side of Portugal, and the Atlantic Ocean is on the other. Many people come to Portugal to enjoy its mountains and beaches. It is famous for making wine, but many other things are made in Portugal too, such as parts for cars, clothing, and medicines. People in Portugal speak a language called Portuguese. |
| soft drink |
Soft drinks are beverages that are usually sweet and have bubbles in them. Soft drinks do not have alcohol in them like beer or wine. Soft drinks are usually sodas. Sometimes juices are also considered soft drinks, but usually when people talk about soft drinks, they mean soda or soda pop. |
| vinegar |
a sour liquid formed when wine, cider, or malt ferments. It is used to flavor or preserve food. |
| wine |
Wine is a drink made from the juice of certain fruits. Most wine is made from grapes, but some wines are made from berries or other fruits. Wine contains alcohol. Alcohol is produced during a natural process in the making of the wine. |