West Indian Bay Leaves
Premium Pimenta Racemosa - Much more fragrant and aromatic than their Turkish, Indonesian or California cousins
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Product Description
Scientific Name: Pimenta Racemosa | Origin: Benin, West Africa
Our West Indian bay leaves are much more fragrant and aromatic unlike their Turkish, Indonesian or California cousins or common known bay leaves. Globally known for their rich aroma and high essential oil content, making them the preferred choice in all type of gourmet cuisines, aromatherapy, cosmetics, and herbal remedies.
They have intense flavor and highly spiced, with complex notes of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg along with hints of vanilla and cardamom. We offer two (02) different product lines: the Dried West Indian Bay leaves and the West Indian High Quality Essential Oil.
Distinctive Scent: If you rub the leaves or spray the essential oil, the distinctive scent will remain on your fingers for hours.
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Common Names | West Indian Bay Leaves / Bay Rum Leaves / Caribbean Bay Leaves / Feuilles de Laurier |
| Scientific Name | Pimenta Racemosa |
| Origin | Benin, West Africa |
| Processing Type | Hand harvest / Clean / Room-dried / Sun-dried / Machine-dried (as per buyer request) |
| Purity | 99% Clean, Free from Adulterants |
| Color | Natural Greenish-Brown |
| Aroma | Strong, Aromatic |
| Moisture Content | <12% |
| Shelf Life | 12–24 months |
| Packaging Options | Sealed bags / Retail packs available (10g – 1kg as per buyer request) |
| Certifications | ✅Phytosanitary Certificate Available |
| MOQ | 100 kg (Can be negotiated) |
| Delivery Time | 7–15 Days (Depending on Quantity & Location) |
| Shipping | By Air |
Why Choose Us?
Top Uses of West Indian Bay Leaves
1. All Gourmet Cuisine
In kitchens, West Indian bay leaves add a spicy, clove-like depth that's more flavored than regular bay leaves. They are great when used in:
- Soups and stews
- Jerk seasoning
- Braised meats and sauces
- Rice dishes
Try it and you will always use it.
2. Essential Oil Uses
West Indian bay leaves are distilled to produce Bay Leaf Essential Oil, the main ingredient in:
- Bay Rum (traditional Caribbean aftershave)
- Massage oils
- Natural pain relief balms
- Anti-inflammatory creams
- Beard oils
- Hair tonics
- Herbal shampoos
- Soaps
- Natural deodorants