A rich almond meringue and kirsch-flavoured sponge with apricot jam (US: jelly), the whole inside a pastry case decorated with lattice pastry, more apricot jam (US: jelly) and almonds.

Alcohol

Absolute alcohol. Pure alcohol.

"White alcohol." A number of clear or white, distilled spirits made from fruits, such as kirsch, framboise, mirabelle and so on.

Mint liqueuer

Pear brandy

Plum brandy

"In scarlet style." Pickled, salted, of meat. Tongue is a good example.

Scottish style. This indicates the inclusion of mixed vegetables, French beans and sometimes pearl barley.

À l’égyptienne is French for in the style of Egypt.