In article >,
sf > wrote:

> On 21 Aug 2005 08:21:23 -0700, Sheldon wrote:
>
> > dehydrating significantly
> > *concentrates/intensifies* flavor
>
> To me, dried ginger is completely "different", not simply more
> intense.

I agree with that...
It does not even taste like the same flavoring. At all.

Same goes for Basil.

Esters are similar in chemical structure and volatility to alcohols so
evaporate and just dissapear. (learnt that bit of trivia in Organic
Chemistry. ;-) )

Esters are a primary source of flavor/scent in a lot of plants (Botany
101).

Esters and essential oils are not going to be present in dehydrated
herbals.
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