ratafia
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rat·a·fia

noun \ˌra-tə-ˈfē-ə\

Definition of RATAFIA

1
: a liqueur made from an infusion of macerated fruit or fruit juice in a liquor (as brandy) and often flavored with almonds
2
: a sweet biscuit made of almond paste

Origin of RATAFIA

French
First Known Use: 1699

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