Posset
Posset
Posset (/ˈpɒsɪt/) is a term with origins in the Middle Ages, specifically from the Old English word 'poscaet', which refers to a type of drink made from hot milk curdled with ale, wine, or other alcoholic liquor and typically flavored with spices.
Etymology
The term 'posset' is derived from the Old English 'poscaet', which is a combination of 'posca', meaning 'drink', and 'aet', meaning 'food'. It was originally used to describe a type of drink consumed for medicinal purposes.
Related Terms
- Curdled Milk: Milk that has been curdled, often by the addition of an acidic substance.
- Ale: A type of beer brewed from malted barley.
- Wine: An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits.
- Spices: Substances used to flavor or color food.
- Medicinal Purposes: The use of substances with the intent to cure, alleviate, treat, prevent or diagnose diseases.
Usage
In the Middle Ages, posset was often used as a remedy for colds and minor ailments. It was also a popular drink for special occasions and was even used in wedding ceremonies. The bride and groom would share a posset on their wedding night, and the empty vessel was then passed around for the guests to drink from in celebration.
Modern Day Posset
In modern times, the term 'posset' is often used to refer to a type of dessert made from thickened cream, typically flavored with lemon. This is a departure from the original meaning of the term, which referred to a curdled milk drink.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Posset
- Wikipedia's article - Posset
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