How do you spell Aquavit?

Q: Is it aquavite or aquavit?

The correct spelling is "aquavit", not "aquavite". Remember: aqua (water) + vit (life) - no 'e' at the end

Correct spelling

aquavit

Remember: aqua (water) + vit (life) - no 'e' at the end

Why is aquavit spelled this way?

From Latin aqua vitae, water of life. A-QUA-VIT. A Scandinavian caraway-flavored spirit. Also spelled 'akvavit'. Not 'aquavite' or 'akavit'. The same 'water of life' root as whiskey.

Common misspellings of aquavit

aquaviteakavitaquavit

Example

The Danish bartender served a traditional aquavit infused with caraway and dill.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell aquavit?+

The correct spelling is "aquavit". Remember: aqua (water) + vit (life) - no 'e' at the end

Is it aquavite or aquavit?+

The correct spelling is "aquavit", not "aquavite".

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