1. A Scandinavian spirit distilled from grain or potatoes and flavored with caraway seeds or other spices; the plural of akvavit.
Usage: Primarily used in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden; Often served as an aperitif or digestif, typically chilled or frozen

Examples

• The Scandinavian restaurant served several different akvavits as part of the tasting menu.
• Akvavits are traditionally enjoyed ice-cold in small glasses during festive meals.
• She collected rare akvavits from various Nordic distilleries.
• The bartender recommended trying two akvavits to compare their caraway and herb profiles.
• At the smorgasbord, guests sampled different akvavits between courses.