distillate

noun

dis·​til·​late ˈdi-stə-ˌlāt 

-lət;

di-ˈsti-lət 

1

: a liquid product condensed from vapor during distillation

2

: something concentrated or extracted as if by distilling

Examples of distillate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For distilleries making both estate and non-estate whiskey, proper segregation of grains and distillate need to be assured. —Don Tse, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025

Casona Roma Norte exceeds the expectations of most hotel culinary programs by offering several unique dining concepts, including Akamba, a mezcal bar featuring a range of agave distillates, and Suchi Nipona & Sinaloa Cuisine, which serves Japanese dishes with a touch of classic Sinaloan flavors. —Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 13 July 2025

The distillate had passed lab safety tests done by the original producer as well as those ordered by Dadirri, Schriener said. —Katie Langford, Denver Post, 11 June 2025

Gin combines with a palo santo distillate and bruised cucumber for a smooth, lightly smokey, and refreshingly crisp sip. —Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 6 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for distillate

• abdicate
• abrogate
• acetate
• activate
• actuate
• adsorbate
• aggravate
• agitate
• alginate
• alienate
• allocate
• amputate

Kids Definition

distillate

noun

dis·​til·​late ˈdis-tə-ˌlāt 

-lət;

dis-ˈtil-ət

: a liquid product cooled from vapor during distillation

Medical Definition

distillate

noun

dis·​til·​late ˈdis-tə-ˌlāt  -lət; dis-ˈtil-ət 

: a liquid product condensed from vapor during distillation