The scent and flavor of California, captured in a bottle. Our California Bay Laurel Hydrosol is distilled from hand-harvested California Bay Laurel (Umbellularia californica), a tree endemic to California whose aroma is roughly five times stronger and more robust than Mediterranean bay laurel (Laurus nobilis).

Hydrosols are water-based aromatic distillates, close cousins of essential oils but far gentler. Our distillation removes the terpenes that make raw bay peppery, along with umbellulone, leaving behind a dense, clean, floral fragrance.

Food grade and edible. Try ten drops in a cup of still or sparkling water, sweetened to taste, or use it to build a distinctive latte, finish a broth, or scent a custard or shortbread.

Our hydrosol is crafted from trimmings that support healthier forests. Creating a product out of land stewardship continues a loop of positive impacts on the land. The California bay laurel plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem, providing habitat and food for diverse wildlife, and protecting endemic plants like it helps preserve the natural heritage and ecological balance of the region.

Sizes: the 1 oz dropper bottle is the everyday size, about 60 ten-drop servings. The 4 oz and 8 oz bottles are priced for kitchens, cafes, and bars that will go through them, and cost far less per ounce.