Kirsch

/kˈɜːʃ/

/ˈkɝʃ/

Kirsch

a clear brandy made from fermented cherries that is often consumed as a digestif or used as a flavoring agent in desserts and cooking

What is "kirsch"?

Kirsch, also known as kirschwasser, is a clear and colorless brandy that is made from fermented cherries. It is a popular spirit in Germany, Switzerland, and other European countries, and is often consumed as a digestif or used as a flavoring agent in desserts and other dishes. Kirsch is typically made by distilling fermented cherries, which gives it a sweet and fruity flavor and aroma. It is a strong spirit, with an alcohol content of around 40%, and is often consumed in small amounts. Kirsch is a versatile spirit that can be used in a wide variety of cocktails and mixed drinks, and is also used in cooking to add flavor to dishes such as fondue and black forest cake.

Examples

1. There's kirsch.

2. The bottle says kirsch on it. -

3. Kirsch, who also starred in JAG and had memorable roles on General Hospital, Invincible, and Friends.

4. Kirsch is a liqueur.