Orange Blossom

Also Known As : Neroli essence, bigarade orange, bitter orange, Sour orange, Seville orange

Technical Name : Citrus sinesis, citrus aurantium

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a subtle orange flavor.

Usage Tips

Orange flower water is paired with mascarpone, buttermilk, cream, caramel, vanilla, pistachios, almonds, dates, dried fig, anise, cinnamon, cardamom and honey.
Orange flower water is a classic ingredient in the Ramos Gin Fizz.
It also pairs well with champagne.
It is used to elevate the fruitiness of chocolate and the floral quality of dried fruits.

Description

Orange blossoms are harvested from two main varieties of the Rutaceae family: sweet-flavored Citrus sinensis and bitter flavored Citrus aurantium. Orange blossoms belong to the range of edible flowers but they are rarely eaten on their own. It is rather distilled into essential oil and aromatized water for consumption. Blossoms that are obtained from the Bitter Orange tree are more aromatic as compared to those of sweet orange.

Health benefits

They can help to reduce anxiety and helps to promote sleep. ⁽¹⁾
They have a positive impact on headaches and menstrual pains. ⁽¹⁾
They can also assist in improving the process of digestion. ⁽¹⁾
It is especially good for sensitive and oily skin types. It helps in soothing skin irritations and reduces the redness that comes with irritated skin. ⁽²⁾
Children are given this beneficial flower water as a natural treatment for upset stomach, indigestion, and gas.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.famillemary.com/the-benefits-of-orange-blossom

(2) https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/benefits-of-orange-blossom-water/#2-soothes-and-relaxes-nerves

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