Muscatel

Muscatel

Muscatel is a term used for wines made from grapes of the Muscat family. The Muskat family comprises numerous grape variations grown internationally and is associated with a range of wine styles. In modern wine usage, "Muscat" is the family name, while related terms such as "Moscato" (Italian) and "Moscatel" (Iberian) are used in regional naming traditions. Outside the United States, "muscatel" is a general term referring to wines made from Muscat grapes in styles including still, sparkling, dry, sweet, and fortified wines.

Muscatel (tea)

Muscatel refers to a distinctive flavor found in some Darjeeling teas, especially the second-flush teas. It has been described as a "distinct sweet flavour" that is not present in other flushes or tea from other localities, and has a sweet complex flavor note to it. Also a "musky spiciness," "a unique muscat-like fruitiness in aroma and flavour," or "dried raisins with a hay like finish." Though difficult to describe, it is prized by tea aficionados.

muscatel

Noun

1. A muscat grape or raisin, especially one from southern Spain.
2. A sweet wine made from these grapes.