Lavender Flower Whole, Organic

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This variety of lavender is called lavandin, a cross between English lavender (L. angustifolia) and spike lavender (L. latifolia) cultivated in Spain and France. It is less costly to produce than other lavenders because it has a higher oil content.

The purple flower buds are used whole in tea blends, custards, cakes, muffins and in other baked goods. As a seasoning, lavender is a component of the classic blend Herbes de Provence, which is commonly used in French cuisine to infuse flavor into roasted meats, grilled fish, vegetable dishes and soups and stews. Note that this variety of lavender contains a fair amount of camphor, which gives the flowers a mild pine-like flavor, so use it sparingly in cooking, as you would rosemary or other strong-flavored herb.

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a.
quick look

information at a glance

approximate cups to one pound17
originFrance
plant part usedflower buds
processingwhole
agricultureorganic

b.
buying & keeping

general guidelines and tips

storage tipsStore in an airtight container away from drafts and direct light.
appearance & aromaSmall purple-blue flowers with a floral, minty fragrance.

c.
uses

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cosmeticTincture or infuse in oil for use in making salves, lotions and other products for hair and skin.
decorativeUse in floral displays and when making candles and other crafts.
culinaryAdd sparingly to baked goods and tea blends.
householdLavender is used in homemade laundry soap and in other cleaning products.
aromaticUse to make floral waters and eau de cologne.
industrialLavender herb and essential oil are used in a variety of commercial industries.

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d.
flavor profile

organic, whole
lavender flower buds

Has a sweet, flower-like taste with a hint of mint.

e.
formulas & recipes

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f.
what else you should know

organic, whole
lavender flower buds

Harness the floral bouquet of lavender in herbal pillows, sachets, potpourri mixtures and incense blends. The lavender dried buds are baked into cookies, scones, breads and cakes. They’re also added to tea blends. In fact, lavender is the “secret” ingredient that offsets the flavor of bergamot in Lady Earl Grey tea (itself a variation on the wildly popular Earl Grey tea.


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