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Basil Sweet (Ocimum basilicum) - Bulk

Basil Sweet (Ocimum basilicum) - Bulk

R 149.00
R 149.00
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INCI: Ocimum basilicum

Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a fragrant culinary herb with a warm, clove-like aroma and a familiar green, herbaceous flavour. While best known for cooking, it is also traditionally enjoyed as a soothing herbal infusion. Dried sweet basil is versatile and can be used in teas, food, and aromatic home routines. This is a single-ingredient dried herb with no added fillers or flavouring.

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

  • Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
  • Common Name: Sweet Basil
  • Plant Part: Leaf
  • Form: Dried herb
  • Aroma Profile: Warm, sweet-herbal, lightly clove-like
  • Suitable For: Cooking, herbal infusions, aromatic steams, infused preparations
  • Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
  • Size Options: 500g or 1kg

    This product is commonly used to:

  • Add flavour to soups, sauces, dressings, and savoury meals
  • Brew as a gentle herbal tea for after-meal comfort
  • Include in aromatic steam routines for a fresh herbal lift
  • Infuse into oils or vinegars for traditional home and body routines

    This product is suitable for:

  • Home cooks and kitchens that use basil regularly
  • Customers who enjoy herbal infusions with a familiar culinary taste
  • Makers creating infused oils or aromatic blends
  • Anyone wanting a versatile herb for both food and simple wellness routines

    • This product is not for:

  • Customers looking for an essential oil or concentrated extract
  • Anyone who dislikes sweet, clove-like herb flavours
  • Those wanting a ready-made tea blend or finished product
  • As a Tea: Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 to 2 tsp dried herb, steep 10 to 15 minutes, strain, and enjoy.
  • As a Culinary Herb: Add to soups, sauces, and dressings, then adjust to taste.
  • As a Steam: Add a small handful to a bowl of hot water and inhale gently from a safe distance.
  • Processing Tip: Add basil closer to the end of cooking for a brighter flavour.
  • Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant, have a bleeding disorder, or take blood-thinning medication.
  • Not recommended for prolonged therapeutic-style use without professional guidance.
  • Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: Can I use this for both cooking and tea?
A: Yes. Sweet basil is commonly used in food and can also be steeped as a gentle herbal infusion.

Q: What does basil tea taste like?
A: Soft, herbal, and lightly sweet with a familiar basil note.

Q: How should I store dried basil?
A: Keep it sealed, cool, and dry to preserve aroma and flavour.

About These Botanicals

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is certified food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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