Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Materials Facet
3. Materials (hierarchy name)
4. materials (substances)
5. [materials by function]
6. food

Anotations

Scope note:

Any liquid that may be ingested for assuaging thirst, or as nourishment. For prepared or flavored liquids drunk as refreshment, or for pleasure, including alcoholic drinks, but excluding plain water, use 'beverages,' though these concepts overlap in meaning and usage.