Athole brose en · NOUN
Etymology
Legendarily, the Earl of Athole (variously spelled) incapacitated the rebel Lord of the Isles in 1475 by having these ingredients poured down his well.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A mixture of oatmeal brose, whisky and honey, traditionally drunk in Scotland.
- (uncountable) Synonym of cranachan.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athol brose | alternative | lexicographic | |
| Atholl brose | alternative | lexicographic |