Native to India, cardamom is a sweet and savory member of the ginger family of botanical plants. Its lively green leaves conceal paper-textured pods that encase a powerful arsenal of tiny black seeds. Hand-harvested and revered for their soft, yet spicy notes and exotic flavors, these potent gems are used in perfumes, Indian and Asian culinary applications, and in flavors that enhance beverages such as coffee and tea. Freshly dried cardamom pods produce a rich, viscous essential oil.
Please Note: Blended oils may separate. Shake well before use for even mixture.
Aroma
Medium. Warm and green, yet zesty and balsamic.
Benefits
Instills calm and clarity while easing occasional stress. Uplifts as it invigorates. Helps ease “brain fog.” Ignites the passions.
Blends Well With
Bay, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Caraway, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Cloves, Coriander, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang
History
Delightful, rich and complex cardamom dates back over 4,000 years, making it one of the world’s most ancient spices. Egyptians used it for ritualistic purposes, while Greeks and Romans applied it in lotions and captivating perfumes. Over time, Vikings brought the prized herb over to Scandinavia where it now enhances the flavors of everything from mulled wine to pastries.
Use
All essential oil blends are for aromatherapy use only and are not for ingesting!
