Bonche - Bergamot

When thinking of bergamot, people tend to think of a citrus tree that grows in Italy. Bergamot is believed to be native to Southeast Asia, where all citrus trees originally originated from. The bergamot we know today is a hybrid of citron and orange, bred by Italian gardeners. It is believed that this happened a

Bergamot has been used in the past in teas, medicines, and even in personal care products, and has been prized in different societies throughout history. In modern society, bergamot is best known as one of the key ingredients in Earl Gray and Lady Gray teas. In Turkey and Greece, bergamot has been used as a spice in cooking for centuries.

Bergamot fruits are not eaten fresh, as they have a cloying unpleasant taste. Their flesh is very bitter and sour. At the same time, the zest or oil of the fruit is successfully used in confectionery, adding to the dough, marmalade, marzipans and candied fruits. As a tea, bergamot has a tart taste with a cooling aftertaste.