LOVAGE ( LEAVES ) NATURAL HYDROLATE

FOR FOODS

The product natural hydrolate from lovage (leaves) is certified according to international standards, with guaranteed quality and origin.

Parameters:

• English name: Lovage Leaf natural hydrolate for food
• Botanical name: Levisticum officinale
• Plant family: Apiaceae
• Country of origin: Bulgaria

Properties:

• Application: Foods
• Cultivation method: Natural
• Extraction method: Steam distillation
• Used parts: Leaves
• Scent strength: Warm and delicate
• Scent type: Fresh, green, herbal aroma
• Color: Light yellow-green
• Consistency: Liquid

Composition:

• Product: 100% natural
• Ingredients: 100% natural
• Preservatives: No preservatives
• Colorants: No colorants

Nomenclatures:

• CAS: 8016-31-7
• EINECS: 284-292-7
• EC: 616-978-2
• FEMA: 2651
• ID: 8147

Description

Our natural lovage leaf hydrolate for foods comes from the plant Levisticum officinale. The distillate bears the name Lovage Leaf natural hydrolate for food. Hollow stems and leaves with clasping sheaths are features of the entire Apiaceae family, to which the plant species described here also belongs. The raw material comes entirely from the leaves, which is why the distillate retains a light yellow-green color and a fresh green direction of the aroma throughout its profile. Cultivation in Bulgaria follows a natural regime. The composition is limited to an aqueous phase and volatile substances, with no added preservatives or colorants. Steam distillation gives the scent a mild strength and keeps the profile light. In addition, the herbal side of the aroma remains recognizable, although it comes after the green side in the overall arrangement of the notes. The product is a liquid with a light greenish tone. The scent remains mild because the aqueous phase takes up a limited amount of volatile substances during the distillation of the leaves. The fresh thread comes from the leaves, while the herbal shade recalls the kinship with the other umbellifers. The color of the liquid ranges between light yellow and green, more precisely in the narrow area between the two tones. The sheathing leaf bases and the hollow stems are visible when examining the plant raw material. The natural method of cultivation keeps the starting material free of added substances, so the composition of the distillate remains simple and easy to describe. The volatile fraction in the leaves carries the green and herbal direction, which is then also found in the aqueous phase of the finished aromatic liquid. Lovage is present in the liquid through its mild scent and its light greenish tone.

Application
Lovage leaf hydrolate has diverse applications in culinary use, where it adds a fresh green herbal nuance to a wide range of products. It is used in preparing flavored soups, cream soups, vegetable stews and broths, enriching their flavor profile with a delicate herbal note. It is suitable for marinades for meat and fish, for barbecue and pasta sauces, as well as for salad dressings and dips, to which it gives an expressive freshness. In baked goods, bread, savory biscuits and crackers, the distillate complements the flavor with a fine green accent, and in pie fillings and seasoning oils it emphasizes the herbal character of the recipe. The product is also used in confectionery for cake creams, jelly desserts, glazes, jams and candy fillings, where it adds an unusual aromatic touch. It can be used in drinks such as iced teas, smoothie mixes, fresh juices, fruit juices and hot drinks, as well as in culinary syrups. It is included in yogurts, sour milk products, fermented foods, breakfast cereals, dishes with quinoa and legumes, as well as in game specialties, fish dishes and seafood in restaurant cuisine. Thanks to its natural character, the distillate allows professional chefs and manufacturers to create balanced recipes with the authentic taste of lovage.

Storage

Store natural lovage leaf hydrolate in a dark, cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Maintain a temperature of +4°C to +10°C to limit the growth of microorganisms. After opening, use the contents within 6 months and limit the amount of air in the container. Use only aluminum or glass bottles for food products, preferably dark glass, which protect the food hydrolate from light. Close tightly after each use to prevent air and contaminants from entering. Observing these conditions preserves the quality and safety of the product for a longer period.

Attention !!!

Please use natural lovage leaf hydrolate and follow the safety recommendations. Avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes; in case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water. Discontinue use if an allergy such as redness or irritation occurs. We recommend performing an allergy test before use.