bitter orange

noun

1. orange2

bitter orange

noun

1. another name for Seville orange

Word History and Origins

Origin of bitter orange¹

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30

Example Sentences

The minimalist bottles outline flavor profiles: Their rum alternative, for instance, promises notes of Madagascar vanilla, molasses, star anise, ripe banana and bitter orange.

From Washington Times

Ms. Cousseau correctly identified black pepper, but mistook bitter orange for mandarin.

From New York Times

On one end of the spectrum, you have lechon asado, a lush mass of slow-roasted pork shoulder scented with bitter orange, garlic and cumin, then paired with long, almost translucent strands of softened onion.

From Washington Post

At El Sapo, Mendizábal marinates his pork with nothing more than bitter orange and garlic for five days before sliding it into the oven, where it collapses into an irresistible heap in the heat.

From Washington Post

Lutèce served it seared, with dark chocolate sauce and bitter orange marmalade.

From New York Times