recohol

Recohol is a term that refers to the residue or sediment found at the bottom of a container, typically a bottle or barrel, after a liquid has been poured out. This sediment can be composed of various substances depending on the nature of the original liquid. For alcoholic beverages like wine or beer, recohol can consist of yeast lees, precipitated tartrates, or other organic matter that has settled over time. In the case of oils or other non-alcoholic liquids, recohol might be a natural sediment from the source or a result of spoilage or degradation. The presence and composition of recohol are often indicators of the age, storage conditions, and filtering process of the liquid it came from. Some producers intentionally leave a small amount of recohol in certain products, such as unfiltered wines, believing it contributes to a richer flavor profile. However, for many beverages, excessive recohol is considered undesirable and suggests that the liquid was not properly clarified. The term itself is derived from a combination of "re" and "alcohol," though its usage has broadened beyond just alcoholic drinks to describe sediment in any liquid.