butterscotch
noun
but·ter·scotch
ˈbə-tər-ˌskäch 
1
: a candy made from brown sugar, butter, corn syrup, and water
also
: the flavor of such candy
2
: a moderate yellowish brown
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The palate is smooth and slightly sweet, with flavors of agave nectar, baked citrus, and green peppercorn, followed by butterscotch, light oak, and a touch of baking spice.
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Butterbeer in drink form isn’t, admittedly, my favorite, as the butterscotch is tempered with vanilla trappings that give it a cream soda-type feel.
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Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
Save room for the deservedly famous butterscotch pretzel ice cream sundae.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
One reader even recommended making it with butterscotch instant pudding mix.
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Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
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Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Butterbeer in drink form isn’t, admittedly, my favorite, as the butterscotch is tempered with vanilla trappings that give it a cream soda-type feel.
—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
Save room for the deservedly famous butterscotch pretzel ice cream sundae.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
One reader even recommended making it with butterscotch instant pudding mix.
—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
8 May 2026
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“Butterscotch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/butterscotch. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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butterscotch
noun
but·ter·scotch
-ˌskäch
: a candy or dessert topping made from sugar, corn syrup, and water
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