Bay Leaf
Bay Leaf
- Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis
- Origin: Primarily Mediterranean countries like Turkey, Greece, and Spain
- Appearance: Dried leaves, oval-shaped, with a smooth, glossy surface
- Color: Green to dark green
- Size: Varies, but typically 6-9 cm in length and 2-4 cm in width
- Aroma: Aromatic, slightly camphorous, and slightly bitter
- Flavor: Mild, slightly bitter, and slightly sweet
- Moisture Content: Low, typically below 12%
- Foreign Matter: Minimal (e.g., stems, broken leaves, other debris)
- Insect Infestation: Free from insects and insect damage