Demerara

/dˌɛməɹˈɑːɹə/

/dˌɛmɚɹˈɑːɹɹə/

Demerara

a type of unrefined cane sugar with large, golden-brown crystals and a subtle molasses flavor

dark rum from Guyana

a former Dutch colony in South America; now a part of Guyana

a river in northern Guyana that flows northward into the Atlantic

a light brown raw cane sugar from Guyana

Examples

1. As a finishing touch, the chef dusted the crème brûlée with a layer of demerara, creating a caramelized crust.

2. We decided to use demerara in our chocolate chip cookies to give them a unique and caramel-like taste.

3. - That's because-- - Demerara!

4. I've got some demerara sugar