The term 'more piquant' can be defined as having a strong, sharp flavor. The crossword solutions for this term are zestier (7 letters), SPICIER (7 letters), SALTIER (7 letters), racier (6 letters), and zingier (7 letters). All of these words refer to food or drink that has a strong, sharp flavor, often due to the presence of spices or herbs. Zestier and SPICIER refer to food or drink that is more flavorful than usual, while SALTIER and racier refer to food or drink that is more strongly seasoned with salt or spices. Finally, zingier refers to food or drink that has a strong, sharp flavor that is particularly noticeable.