Tarragon C/S

Botanical Name: Artemisia Dracunculus

Origin: Europe

English Name: Tarragon C/S

French Name: Estragon Coupé

Also Known As: French Tarragon, Dragon Herb

Part Used: Leaves and tender aerial stems of Artemisia dracunculus

Description: Tarragon C/S is prepared from the leaves and tender aerial stems of Artemisia dracunculus, a perennial aromatic herb native to Central Asia and widely cultivated in Europe and temperate regions worldwide. The plant typically grows between 60 and 120 centimetres tall, forming slender upright stems with long, narrow, lance-shaped green leaves. During the growing season, small pale green to yellowish flowers may appear in loose clusters near the tops of the stems. Harvesting is carried out when the foliage is fully matured and vibrant in colour, ensuring consistent aroma, texture, and visual quality.

After collecting, the herb is carefully cleaned to remove soil and natural debris. Drying is done using controlled air or low-temperature methods to preserve the natural green colour and delicate leaf structure. Once its fully dried, the plant material is cut and sifted into uniform fragments, producing lightweight, free-flowing pieces with visible leaf strips and fine stem sections. This process maintains the botanical identity of Artemisia dracunculus while creating a consistent cut suitable for blending and infusion.

The finished Tarragon C/S displays a soft green colour with thin, elongated leaf pieces and lightly fibrous stems. The texture is crisp and aromatic, remaining stable during storage while retaining its recognizable appearance. The cut and sifted format supports easy handling, accurate measuring, and uniform blending for various applications.

Uses: Tarragon C/S is widely used in culinary applications, especially in sauces, marinades, salad dressings, soups, and vegetable dishes where its distinctive aroma and flavour complement a variety of recipes. It is also suitable for tea-style infusions, spice blends, infused oils, cosmetic formulations, bath products, botanical sachets, and craft projects. Tarragon is frequently included in educational botanical collections to demonstrate leaf morphology and seasonal herb growth. The cut and sifted format allows for precise portioning, easy blending with other botanicals, and versatile use in both home kitchens and professional food or formulation environments, offering consistent quality and visually identifiable herb fragments.

Storage: Store in glass containers with a tight fitting lid in a cool, dark cupboard.

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