Dried Bergamont

$8.00

Our Dried Bergamot is a fragrant, flowering herb harvested from pollinator-friendly garden beds and gently dried to preserve its vibrant color and bold aroma. Sometimes called Bee Balm, this native plant is cherished for both its culinary uses and healing traditions, blending citrusy brightness with a touch of spice.

Dried Bergamot leaves and blossoms add a minty, oregano-like twist to teas, syrups, baked goods, and herbal remedies. Its naturally calming properties make it a favorite for soothing sore throats, easing digestion, and uplifting the senses. This herb brings a touch of the prairie to your pantry—flavorful, fragrant, and deeply rooted in tradition.

  • Ingredients: 100% Dried Bergamot (Monarda spp.), organically grown and hand-harvested

  • Flavor Profile: Bright, citrus-mint with hints of thyme and spice

  • Uses: Herbal teas, infused oils, simple syrups, salad toppers, natural remedies

  • Wellness Notes: Traditionally used for its antimicrobial and calming properties

  • Tongeland Touch: Grown with pollinator-safe practices and dried in small batches to preserve quality

Our Dried Bergamot is a fragrant, flowering herb harvested from pollinator-friendly garden beds and gently dried to preserve its vibrant color and bold aroma. Sometimes called Bee Balm, this native plant is cherished for both its culinary uses and healing traditions, blending citrusy brightness with a touch of spice.

Dried Bergamot leaves and blossoms add a minty, oregano-like twist to teas, syrups, baked goods, and herbal remedies. Its naturally calming properties make it a favorite for soothing sore throats, easing digestion, and uplifting the senses. This herb brings a touch of the prairie to your pantry—flavorful, fragrant, and deeply rooted in tradition.

  • Ingredients: 100% Dried Bergamot (Monarda spp.), organically grown and hand-harvested

  • Flavor Profile: Bright, citrus-mint with hints of thyme and spice

  • Uses: Herbal teas, infused oils, simple syrups, salad toppers, natural remedies

  • Wellness Notes: Traditionally used for its antimicrobial and calming properties

  • Tongeland Touch: Grown with pollinator-safe practices and dried in small batches to preserve quality

Dried bergaming can be substituted for dried oregano in many dishes, though some uses highlight its flavor better than others. Here are a few ideas I've experimented with, along with some I plan to try:

  • Add dried bergamot to your go-to tomato or pizza sauce for a bright twist.

  • Incorporate the dried leaves into bread doughs and pastries for a subtle herbal note.

  • Mix fresh sliced leaves or flowers into potato salad to add a fresh, citrusy accent.

  • Chop the leaves finely and toss them with grilled vegetables like zucchini for enhanced aroma and taste.

  • Blanch diced eggplant in salted water, then bake it in a tomato-bergamot sauce topped with cheese for a delicious side.

  • Use a marinade of dried bergamot, lemon zest, crushed garlic, and olive oil to flavor chicken, pork, or fish.

Fresh bergamot leaves pack a powerful punch and require a bit more care—my favorite way to use them is in a salmoriglio sauce (recipe below).

Additionally, fresh scarlet bee balm leaves pair beautifully with red fruits such as raspberries and strawberries. Sprinkle some over macerated strawberries on panna cotta or soft cheese for a vibrant, flavorful finish.

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