zest

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Recent Examples of zest Try Floral Street’s Iris Goddess Eau de Parfum, $97, with orris, lemon zest and chilli powder, and Chypre Sublime Eau de Parfum, $97, with violets, patchouli and incense. Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 10 June 2025 Scents of tropical flowers, pomelo, bergamot, citrus zest, and hints of lychee complement tasting notes of fresh pineapple, white flower, and subtle basil and lemongrass. AFAR Media, 17 June 2025 The finish is long and warming, with lingering notes of pipe tobacco, orange zest, and baking spices. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025 Use your hands to rub the zest and lavender into the sugar, until fragrant. Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for zest
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spice
Noun
  • The blending of Mateo's alone already had me on its side, and then the punch of flavor without any lingering spice sold me.
    Katherine Polcari, Southern Living, 28 June 2025
  • This means that each botanical is macerated in the spirit for a different length of time and at a specific ABV, which Gabriel believes allows the flavor of the particular spice, herb, or flower to truly shine through.
    Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 27 June 2025

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“Zest.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zest. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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