rye vodka
- noun
- /raɪ ˈvɑːdkə/
:
vodka de centeno
- Among Eastern European spirits, rye vodka is prized for its distinct flavor and smoothness.
Examples
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Many craft distilleries in Poland produce high-quality rye vodka using traditional methods.
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The bartender recommended a cocktail made with rye vodka for a sharper, spicier taste.
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I ordered a glass of rye vodka at the bar.
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Do you prefer rye vodka or regular vodka?
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Many craft distilleries in Poland produce high-quality rye vodka using traditional methods.
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Among Eastern European spirits, rye vodka is prized for its distinct flavor and smoothness.
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The bartender recommended a cocktail made with rye vodka for a sharper, spicier taste.
Synonyms
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A strong clear alcoholic drink made from grain or potatoes
How Rye-Flavored
- Specialized
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning 'vodka distilled from rye' is directly and compositionally derived from the noun modifier 'rye' (the grain) plus the head noun 'vodka' (an alcoholic spirit). This noun–noun compounding pattern (source/type + product) is common in English and other languages, so a B1 learner who knows both words will readily infer the intended meaning.
Etymology
Rye vodka simply tells you what the drink is: rye (a kind of grain) and vodka (a spirit whose name comes from a word in some Eastern European languages for 'water'). Because it is made mainly from rye, this vodka often tastes spicier, so 'rye vodka' means vodka with a rye flavour.