Definition
oinomels
noun
- A drink made from wine mixed with honey and spices; a medieval or ancient beverage.
Usage: archaic; historical; also spelled oxymel or oenomel in some sources
Examples
- Medieval taverns served oinomels as a warming drink during winter months.
- The recipe for oinomels called for red wine, honey, and cinnamon.
- Historians believe oinomels was popular among Roman soldiers and travelers.
- The apothecary prepared oinomels as a medicinal tonic for his patients.