Manzanilla

noun

Man·​za·​nil·​la ˌman-zə-ˈnē-yə  -ˈni-lə 

: a pale very dry Spanish sherry

Examples of Manzanilla in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Types Of Olive Trees Varieties such as ‘Arbequina’ and ‘Manzanilla’ are cold-tolerant so they can be planted outdoors in warm climates. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 22 Apr. 2026

While Sherry is often associated with grandmas who have a penchant for cloyingly sweet sips, the reality is, most of the best Sherry is dry—including Fino, Manzanilla, Amontillado, Oloroso, and Palo Cortado. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 31 Dec. 2025

Cava for Megan and sherry for me—a variety called Manzanilla, which is beautifully dry and best served cold. — Fiona Mozley, Travel + Leisure, 4 Oct. 2025

Olive Dirty Martini Oysters At Lobby Bar at Hotel Chelsea in New York City, this dish is made with gin, Manzanilla olive mignonette, and lemon. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025

Bunnahabhain matured in Manzanilla tends to be a winner as the cask emphasizes Bunnahabhain’s drier, marine and salty notes. — Felipe Schrieberg, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Spanish, diminutive of manzana apple

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for Manzanilla

• jicarilla
• potentilla
• premaxilla
• pulsatilla
• axilla
• flotilla
• gorilla
• guerilla
• guerrilla
• manilla
• mantilla
• maxilla