bitter orange

• 一种柑橘类水果（Citrus aurantium），以其酸苦味著称，常用于制作果酱、利口酒和民间医药中。也叫塞维利亚橙。

A type of citrus fruit (Citrus aurantium) known for its sour and bitter taste, often used in marmalades, liqueurs, and traditional medicine. Also called Seville orange.

1. Sour citrus fruitB1formal

   A type of citrus fruit (Citrus aurantium) that is sour and bitter in taste, often used in cooking and marmalade.

   苦橙

   • Bitter orange is a key ingredient in traditional marmalade.
   • The chef used bitter orange zest to add a tangy flavor to the sauce.
   • Bitter orange trees are commonly grown in Mediterranean regions.

2. Flavoring agentB1formal

   The peel or juice of the bitter orange used as a flavoring in food and drinks.

   苦橙调味剂

   • The cocktail was garnished with a slice of bitter orange.
   • Bitter orange extract is used in some liqueurs.
   • She added a few drops of bitter orange oil to the cake batter.