A fresh basil leaf eaten directly from the plant has an initial subtle peppery flavour. The taste then evolves into a slightly sweet flavour and also has a delicate menthol aroma aswell.
Eating some fresh basil leaves can help with a blocked nose.
No, basil does not smell like cat pee.
Basil contains a compound called estragole, which gives it a licorice-like aroma.
Basil contains a compound called 3-mercapto-2-methylpentan-1-ol, which is also found in cat urine, giving basil a scent that some people may perceive as similar to cat pee.
The discontinuation of tomato basil and parmesan basil Wheat Thins has left a noticeable gap for fans of those flavors. Despite losing most of my sense of smell and taste in an accident in 1996, basil still stands out for me, evoking cherished memories of those snacks. Without them on the shelves, I feel a sense of loss, as they were a unique blend of flavors that I could still enjoy. It’s a reminder of the simple pleasures that have been taken away.
sharp, spicy, lavender amber fragrance. has hints of bergamot, lemon, rosemary, basil, amber and patchouli. base of the fragrance is: cedarwood, leather and sandalwood.
I used some almostcompletely rotten Basil today. It was green/mostly brown and black and alittle slimy. It smelled for the most part fresh still. It did not make me sick although it made my kitchen and my dish i made smell like mildew. Kind of like when you leave clothes in the washer too long after they are done washing. I would say you can use it but advise you not too simply because the mildew smell will make using it an utterly useless endeavor. Hope this helps. Good Luck and go buy some dried or fresh basil. :-)
basil ranglin
They are attracted to basil and will eat the leaves. I have a small basil plant that I keep in a 4" pot and it often has quite a few earwigs crawling over it.
Basil contains a compound called estragole, which gives it a flavor similar to licorice.
Some of the herbs known for their strong smell include rosemary, mint, basil, and thyme. Each herb has a distinct aroma that can vary in intensity depending on the specific variety and freshness of the herb.
The licorice taste in basil is due to a compound called estragole, which is also found in licorice. This compound gives basil its unique flavor profile.
Smell like eggs