stingo
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- noun
- /ˈstɪŋɡəʊ/
- Archaic
:
cerveza fuerte
- The stingo we tasted at the local pub had a sharp and tangy flavor that lingered on the palate.
Examples
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Stingo is fermented in oak casks, giving it a smooth, woody character.
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Stingo pours a deep burgundy color, with rich notes of cocoa and roasted malt complemented by caramel, toffee, and peppery spices.
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What happened to Stingo?
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After a long day of hiking, we enjoyed a cold stingo that perfectly matched the sunset's vibrant colors.
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My grandfather often reminisced about the strong stingo he used to drink when he was younger, claiming it had a unique taste.
Synonyms
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3.0
A kind of beer that often tastes bitter and has more alcohol
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A dark, sweet beer made from roasted barley with a rich taste
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A kind of beer like a dry ale often served from a tap
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A light amber beer made from pale grains with a hoppy, dry taste
A beer with a strong bitter taste often found in classic styles
A very dark, sweet beer made from roasted barley
A pale ale beer from the United States with a hoppy, citrus taste
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Etymology
Stingo names an old, very strong beer with a sharp taste. A helpful way to remember it is to think of sting, because a stingo 'stings' the tongue with a 'sharp' flavour, which is why the word means a strong, old-fashioned ale.