adjective
- comparative form of oaky; more resembling oak wood in appearance, texture, or color
- comparative form of oaky; having a stronger oak flavor or aroma, especially in wine or spirits
Usage: wine/spirits terminology
Examples
- This wine has an oakier taste than the previous vintage.
- The oakier finish of the bourbon made it more complex.
- The furniture had an oakier grain pattern than the sample.
- The barrel aging gave the whiskey an oakier character.
- She preferred the oakier notes in the aged Chardonnay.