Uncommon words in the food industry

Balthazar

A Balthazar bottle holds 12 liters of wine, equivalent to 16 standard bottles or approximately 80 glasses.

The name comes from one of the Three Wise Men (Magi). Bottles of this impressive size are commonly used in prestigious wine regions such as Champagne, Bordeaux, and Burgundy.

They are often reserved for special occasions, celebrations, or large gatherings.

Crapulence

Crapulence refers to the physical discomfort, nausea, or hangover that results from excessive eating or drinking.

It describes that unpleasant, sluggish feeling after overindulgence.

The term originates from Latin and Greek roots meaning “intoxication” or “drunkenness.”

Fool

In culinary terms, a fool is a traditional chilled British dessert made by folding stewed and puréed fruit — historically gooseberries — into custard or whipped cream.

It is a light, sweet dish typically served in a glass and sometimes flavored with rosewater. Seasonal fruits such as raspberries, blackberries, or rhubarb are commonly used.

The name likely derives from the French word fouler (“to crush” or “to press”), though some believe it may relate to the idea of a simple or humble trifle.