Why is the drink called squash?

Why is the drink called squash?

“Squash” was originally short for lemon squash, though the name has of course spread to other flavours. The first cordials were tonics in Renaissance Italy, booze-based medicines flecked with pearls or poppies. These placebos supposedly treated any number of ailments, especially of the heart.

What do they call squash in America?

It seems that Squash (drink) in the UK may refer to a concentrated fruit/herb flavored liquid or to the beverage that is made by combing this concentrate with water or carbonated water. In the U.S. we would just call the concentrated liquid a fruit syrup or flavored syrup.

What does squash drink taste like?

Squash is a non-alcoholic concentrated syrup. It is usually made from water, fruit juice and sugar/sugar substitutes. Therefore, squashes are usually fruit-flavoured. Some of these fruit flavours include orange, apple, blackcurrant, peach, pineapple, mango, lime, and lemon.

Is drinking squash as good as water?

Fizzy drinks, squashes and juice drinks can contain lots of added sugar and very few nutrients, so keep them to a minimum. Children should avoid them completely. Flavoured water drinks can also contain a surprisingly large amount of sugar, so check before you buy.