zin1 zau2毡酒
Jyutpingzin1 zau2
Yalejīn jáu
Definition
Gin; the distilled alcoholic beverage.
colloquialdrink
How it's used
Borrowing from the English word gin, this term is the standard way to refer to the spirit in Hong Kong bars and restaurants. It is often paired with tonic water, which is referred to as 湯力水, to make the classic cocktail. While it is a loanword, it is fully integrated into the local lexicon and used by bartenders and casual drinkers alike.
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