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Roots: the earliest history of the essential oil industry
Modern technology, from the time of Robert Boyle (1627-91), father of modern chemistry, is relatively familiar. But the fifteen centuries from the first century A.D. until Boyle, when many of the first efforts were made to develop the science and tools used today, tell a story that if unfamiliar, though fascinating. Many personalities, ideas, and cultures played a unique part in the birth and youth of modern sciences upon which we now draw for familiar products.
Apr 14th, 2016
The quality of Valencia orange peel oil as related to rootstock
The aldehyde and ester content of citrus oils have long been considered important indicators of flavor and aroma, and rootstocks can have an influence on this important quality of an orange oil. However, the limited amount of data accumulated regarding the influence of rootstock on oil quality and yield indicate the need for further study and research to include other varieties and rootstocks of citrus.
Apr 22nd, 2016
The panel thought of apple, apricot, grape, pear, plum, peach, strawberry and kiwi, and some tropicals such as mango and papaya for possible applications including methyl-cis-5-octenoate.
Flavor Panelists Evaluate Galangal Root Oil, 9-Decenoic Acid, Difurfuryl Disulfide and More
Discover the possible applications for a list of new materials evaluated by our panel.
Mar 31st, 2023
Green bell pepper, mushroom, celery, and potato/potato chip among others came up as options for cis-3-hexenal.
Flavorist Panel Evaluates Syringaldehyde, Turmeric Root CO2 Essential Oil, Buchu Oil and Other Materials
Cyndie Lipka's panel discusses possible applications for a lineup of materials.
Jun 1st, 2023
My thoughts are that when added at low levels to flavors bornyl acetate it lends authenticity to the profile. So next time you are working on earthy profiles consider using bornyl acetate.
Flavorist Panel Evaluates Bornyl Acetate, Valerian Root Oil, Magnolia Flower Oil and Other Materials
Principal flavorist Cyndie Lipka and her panel review materials from Vigon, Bedoukian, Excellentia, MilliporeSigma and Treatt/Endeavour.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Progress in Essential Oils: Cubeb Oil
This month's column discusses the chemical composition of cubeb oil derived from Piper cubeba L.
Aug 2nd, 2016
Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Marjoram Oil, Lesser Galangal Oil and Wormwood Oil
This edition discusses the chemical composition of Spanish marjoram oil, lesser galangal oil and wormwood oil.
Dec 30th, 2011
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Progress in Essential Oils: Grapefruit Oil
This month's issues discusses the chemical composition of grapefruit oil.
Aug 30th, 2016
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Progress in Essential Oils: Tagetes Oil
This month's column discusses the chemical components of tagetes oil.
May 10th, 2016
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Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Sage Oil
Sage has been used as a spice and medicine throughout history with its use, growing in a variety of flavor and fragrance applications. This month, we take a closer look at the chemical constituents of pure and hybrid Spanish sage oils.
Sep 26th, 2017
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Progress in Essential Oils: Long Pepper Oil
The present article is a survey of literature evaluating the constituents of Piper longum L., or long pepper, fruit oil. In one case, early researchers found the oil was devoid of monoterpene compounds and rich in sesquiterpenes, with b-caryophyllene being the major hydrocarbon. Lawrence (1978) and others also examined the composition of P. longum, the findings from which are discussed here.
Nov 20th, 2015
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Progress in Essential Oils: Juniper Berry Oil
This month's column discusses the chemical composition of juniper berry oil. Some of its common uses include seasoning mixtures in the food industry as flavorings in marinades for meat and fish, as well as in beverages such as tea, beer and brandy
May 27th, 2017
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Progress in Essential Oils: Spanish Oregano Oil
This month's column discusses the chemical composition of Spanish oregano oil.
Jun 8th, 2016
Progress in Essential Oils: Summer Savory Oil
Summer savory oil.
Mar 21st, 2014
Progress in Essential Oils: Citron Oil, Pimento Leaf and Berry Oil
This month, Brian Lawrence discusses the composition of citron oil, pimento leaf and berry oil.
Jan 2nd, 2015
Progress in Essential Oils: Asafoetida Oil
This month's column discusses the chemical composition of asafoetida oil and extract.
Aug 25th, 2015
Progress in Essential Oils: Galangal Oil
Galangal or greater galangal oil is obtained from the steam distillation of comminuted rhizomes of Alpinia galanga Willd. a spice which has a woody, fl oral spicy aroma that is dissimilar to ginger. A limited amount of oil of galangal is produced in various countries in southeast Asia.
May 5th, 2016
Progress in Essential Oils: Turmeric Oil
This article examines the composition and distillation methods of turmeric oil, including both the leaf and flower components.
Aug 19th, 2015
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