Angelica archangelica, ext.

Chemical properties

See Angelica.

Definition

Extractives and their physically modified derivatives such as tinctures, concretes, absolutes, essential oils, oleoresins, terpenes, terpene-free fractions, distillates, residues, etc., obtained from Angelica archangelica, Umbelliferae.

Composition

Qualitative composition similar to angelica root oil described above, with some additional esters and terpenic derivatives (CoE, 2000)

Aroma threshold values

Detection at 100%: woody, warm, aromatic, herbaceous tea and tobacco-like with a valerian-like note

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 0.05 to 0.10%: strong, woody, slightly smoky, dry and slightly bitter, moderately herbaceous, slightly astringent with a cooked fruity background.