Embrew

/ɛmˈbruː/ verb

Definition

To infuse or soak; to steep or saturate something in liquid, especially to brew or ferment.

Etymology

From 'em-' (to put into) combined with 'brew' (to ferment or mix), from Old English 'breowan.' The term suggests the process of steeping ingredients together.

Kelly Says

Embrewing is basically what happens in your coffee maker—the hot water doesn't just touch the grounds, it thoroughly saturates them, extracting flavors through time and temperature, which is why brewing patience matters.

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