Organic lemon myrtle | cut | 2-4 mm | product harvest in dry season

What is it about / Product description

Biova Organic Lemon Myrtle is an aromatic organic citrus spice from Australia in the form of a green leaf granulate with a grain size of around 2–4 mm. The cut leaves of the lemon myrtle offer a clear, intensely lemony aroma with fine eucalyptus nuances and are designed as bulk goods for professional users.

Thanks to gentle drying and careful processing, the Biova herb granulate impresses with consistently high quality and a pronounced aroma density. The granulated / crushed / coarse grain size remains visually visible in spice blends, is easy to dose and is suitable for both bulk and retail variants.

In the kitchen, organic lemon myrtle proves to be versatile, from fish and poultry to vegetables, desserts and beverages. Thanks to its strong seasoning power, only a small amount is needed, making this citrus spice ideal for seasoned salts, dressings and individual citrus blends created by Biova customers.

Origin

The lemon myrtle comes from Australia, where the evergreen shrub grows near subtropical rainforests. Warm temperatures, regular rainfall and well-drained, sandy-stony soils promote a high content of essential oils and thus the intense lemon aroma.

Cultivation / Production / Harvest

The plants are organically grown under controlled conditions in selected regions and harvested at optimal ripeness. After harvesting, they are gently dried before the leaves are cut to a granulated / crushed / coarse grain size of approx. 2–4 mm and filled as bulk goods into bags of around 1.05 kg.

Special features

Characteristic is the combination of an intense lemon fragrance and subtle balsamic notes reminiscent of eucalyptus and camphor. The coarse structure of the green leaf granulate allows for even mixing into seasoned salts, marinades and dry blends and offers an attractive ratio of quantity to quality for gastronomy, manufacturers and resellers.

Differences in origin and processing

Australian lemon myrtle is considered the benchmark, as it grows in the shrub’s natural range and finds ideal climatic conditions there. Compared to other citrus herbs such as lemongrass or lemon verbena, the aroma appears clearer and more intense, while the coarse cut size of 2–4 mm enables controlled aroma release and a visible herb structure in the final application.

Taste & aroma

On the nose, there is a very fresh, dominant lemon bouquet reminiscent of lemon peel. In terms of taste, lemon myrtle offers an intense yet harmonious citrus note without the typical bitterness of many citrus peels, so that even small amounts noticeably flavour foods and beverages.

Possible applications

• For seasoning fish, seafood and poultry dishes in Mediterranean and Asian recipes.
• For desserts, pastries, ice cream, sorbets as well as refreshing lemonades, teas and cocktails with a clear citrus note.
• For producing seasoned salts, marinades, dressings and individual spice blends with a lemon profile.

Product specification

• Country of origin: Australia
• Grain size: cut, approx. 2–4 mm, granulated / crushed / coarse
• Colour: Green