Is ambrosia food or drink?

Ambrosia is a term that has been used in different contexts throughout history. In ancient Greek myths, ambrosia was the food or drink of the Greek gods, which was believed to confer longevity or immortality upon whoever consumed it[1][2][3][5]. However, in modern times, the term has been used to describe a dessert made of various fruits and often topped with whipped cream and shredded coconut[2][6]. 

In the context of Greek mythology, ambrosia was closely related to nectar, which was the drink of the gods[1][2][3][5]. In Homer's poems, nectar was usually the drink and ambrosia the food of the gods[1][3]. However, some scholars have identified ambrosia as honey, while others feel that a type of hallucinogenic mushroom was meant in the myths[2]. 

In the original Battlestar Galactica, ambrosia is the name of an alcoholic drink prized in the Twelve Colonies for becoming more and more exquisite with extreme aging[1]. In the episode "The Long Patrol," caches of centuries-old ambrosia are considered a priceless treasure[1]. In a platform roguelite game Noita, Ambrosia is a potion that can be used to heal the player[1].

In modern times, ambrosia is also used to describe a dessert made of various fruits and often topped with whipped cream and shredded coconut[2][6]. The dessert is believed to have originated in the southern United States and is typically served at holiday gatherings[2]. 

In conclusion, ambrosia has been used in different contexts throughout history. In ancient Greek myths, it was the food or drink of the Greek gods, while in modern times, it is also used to describe a dessert made of various fruits and often topped with whipped cream and shredded coconut.

Citations:

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ambrosia

[2] https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/ambrosia

[3] https://www.greeklegendsandmyths.com/ambrosia-and-nectar.html

[4] https://arenaissancewriter.medium.com/ambrosia-the-ancient-mystery-food-of-the-olympian-gods-452cf5a453bf

[5] https://classicalwisdom.com/mythology/ambrosia-and-nectar-the-food-and-drink-of-the-gods/

[6] https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ambrosia