chilled malt syrup drink; ginger-flavored summer soft drink
A traditional Japanese summer drink made by diluting malt syrup with hot water, then chilling it and adding ginger juice or grated ginger. Sometimes sprinkled with cinnamon. Similar to ginger ale but non-carbonated.
See also: 飴湯
I bought a chilled malt syrup drink at a summer festival stall.
Chilled malt syrup drink has a ginger kick and is perfect for a hot day.
Compound of 冷やし (chilled) and 飴 (malt syrup). The exact historical origin is uncertain, but it is a traditional Japanese refreshment.