Spanish word

orujo

Pronunciation

IPA/oˈɾuxo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounpomace brandy

Example

En este pueblo la gente hace orujo casero.

In this village people make homemade pomace brandy.

Illustration for orujo (pomace brandy)

More examples

Después de la comida nos ofrecieron una copita de orujo.

After the meal they offered us a small glass of pomace brandy.

Core concept

Clear pomace brandy typical of Spanish wine regions.

Common phrases

  • orujo casero

    homemade pomace brandy

  • copita de orujo

    small glass of pomace brandy

  • botella de orujo

    bottle of pomace brandy

Similar words

aguardiente: Neutral high-strength distillate obtained from various fruits or cereals, used as a base spirit.
licor: Flavored, sugar-sweetened spirit offering pronounced sweetness and aromatic notes.
brandy: Grape-based distillate left to age in barrels, developing depth, smoothness, and color.

Definition in Spanish

Licor fuerte obtenido por la destilación del residuo sólido de la uva tras el prensado, típico de zonas vinícolas de España.

Word origin

The term originally meant the pomace remaining after grape pressing, and the same word came to refer to the distilled spirit obtained from that pomace.

Usage tips

  • Orujo is usually served in small measures because of its high proof, and flavored versions such as 'orujo de hierbas' indicate added herbs rather than a different base spirit.

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