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Orange Flower Water

of fennel is imported, chiefly from Germany. Fennel seed cultivated here is sweeter, and more aromatic than that from abroad, probably in consequence of its greater freshness. Fennel seed yield from 2 to 4 per cent of essential oil. That used in this country is imported. It is colorless or yellowish, with the odor and taste of the seeds. Used as directed in "Recipes" 1 and 3.

Orange Peel.

The peel of the orange yields the oil proper which has the strong odor of the rind. The essential oil distilled or expressed from the thin outside rind of the fruit of the sweet orange, is called essence of Portugal, and is a splendid flavor for gin when used in the proper proportions. One hundred oranges yield 4 to 5 oz. of the oil. The essence may be made by observing all the directions given for making essence of lemon. (See "Lemon Peel.") Gin Essence.

Is a compound flavor, prepared from the oils of juniper, cedar, and other aromatics, and when pure and fresh is a fine flavor. It is sold by all respectable wholesale druggists and essence dealers. Orange Flower Water.

The water used for distillation to procure the oil of neroly is imported into this country under the name of eau de fleur d'orange. It is remarkable for its fine fragrance, and is a good flavor for gin. There are three sorts of orange flower water found in commerce: the first is distilled from the flowers; the second is made with distilled water and neroly; and the third is distilled