blackstrap molasses

American

[blak-strap] / ˈblækˌstræp /

noun

molasses remaining after maximum extraction of sugar from the raw product, used chiefly as a constituent of cattle feed and as a source of ethyl alcohol.

blackstrap molasses British

/ ˈblækˌstræp /

plural noun

(functioning as singular) the molasses remaining after the maximum quantity of sugar has been extracted from the raw material

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Etymology

Origin of blackstrap molasses

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; black + strap

Example Sentences

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Infused with blackstrap molasses and fresh ginger, it’s the perfect ice cream flavor choice to accompany my ginger molasses cookies.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023

"You can replace added sugar with whole foods like fruit or healthier sugar substitutes like blackstrap molasses, which is nutrient-dense and has a lower glycemic index."

From Fox News • Jan. 29, 2022

This cake recipe uniquely calls for blackstrap molasses — and a lot of it, too.

From Salon • Dec. 26, 2021

Its dark rum is made with blackstrap molasses and cane sugar juice, with some house-made caramel added for color and flavor.

From Washington Post • Dec. 1, 2016

A good bait for catching house flies is 1 part of blackstrap molasses to 3 parts of water, after the mixture has been allowed to ferment for a day or two.

From The House Fly and How to Suppress It U. S. Department of Agriculture Farmers' Bulletin No. 1408 by Bishopp, F. C.

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