ouzo effect

English

Etymology

After the Greek drink ouzo, one of those that exhibit the effect.

Noun

the ouzo effect

The spontaneous formation of an emulsion when water is added to certain anise-flavoured liqueurs and spirits, giving the drink a milky appearance.

See also

louche

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