Alcopop
Alcopop (pronounced: al-ko-pop) is a type of alcoholic beverage that combines elements of a traditional malt beverage with fruit juices or other flavorings. The term is a portmanteau of "alcohol" and "pop", referring to the sweet, often fruity flavors that characterize these drinks.
Etymology
The term "alcopop" is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom in the mid-1990s, during a period of increased popularity for these types of drinks. The word is a combination of "alcohol" and "pop", the latter being a common British term for sweet, carbonated beverages.
Types of Alcopop
There are many different types of alcopop, including but not limited to:
- Breezer: A type of alcopop that is made by Bacardi and comes in a variety of fruit flavors.
- Smirnoff Ice: A vodka-based alcopop produced by Smirnoff, which is known for its citrus flavor.
- Mike's Hard Lemonade: A lemon-flavored alcopop produced by Mike's Hard Lemonade Co.
- Zima: A clear, lightly carbonated alcopop made by Coors Brewing Company.
Related Terms
- Malt beverage: A type of alcoholic beverage made from malted grains, which is the base for many types of alcopop.
- Flavored alcoholic beverage: A broad category that includes alcopops as well as other alcoholic drinks with added flavors.
- Ready-to-drink: A term used to describe beverages, including alcopops, that are sold in a prepared form and are ready for consumption without additional preparation.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alcopop
- Wikipedia's article - Alcopop
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