effervescence
noun
ef·fer·ves·cence
ˌe-fər-ˈve-sᵊn(t)s 
1
: the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing
They produced a still wine …, then put it through a second fermentation to raise the alcohol level and create the effervescence.—
Jim Gordon
Jim Gordon2
: an appealingly lively quality
the effervescence of youth
an actress admired for her energy and effervescence
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Consider non-alcoholic drinks like herbal teas for ritual, functional beverages with adaptogens for calm, or kombucha for effervescence and gut health.
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Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Built with vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, and sparkling wine, the dirty martini spritz preserves the savory backbone of a dirty martini while opening it up with effervescence.
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Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 July 2026
With a steady stream of tiny bubbles, aromas of strawberry, marzipan, and honeysuckle set the scene for brilliant effervescence and peach, pomegranate, and lavender flavors with a closing note of brioche.
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Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
First, there needs to be a collective; individuals cannot achieve effervescence.
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Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
19 June 2026
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Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
Built with vodka, dry vermouth, olive brine, and sparkling wine, the dirty martini spritz preserves the savory backbone of a dirty martini while opening it up with effervescence.
—
Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 July 2026
With a steady stream of tiny bubbles, aromas of strawberry, marzipan, and honeysuckle set the scene for brilliant effervescence and peach, pomegranate, and lavender flavors with a closing note of brioche.
—
Mike Desimone,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
First, there needs to be a collective; individuals cannot achieve effervescence.
—
Rebecca Tauber,
New York Times,
19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for effervescence
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“Effervescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/effervescence. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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