3. (Brewer’s E. of Hops.) Several noxious preparations under the name of extract of hops are sold by the brewer’s druggist. They are mostly semi-fluid extracts of quassia, gentian, and like powerful bitters. Of three of these articles which we have examined, one (for PALE ALE) consisted of the mixed extracts of quassia and chamomile; another was a preparation of picric acid; whilst a third (‘strongly recommended for PORTER’) consisted of about equal parts of the extracts of bitter aloes, cocculus indicus, and wormwood. A few years ago one of these vile compounds was publicly advertised, and ‘warranted’ as being equal to 100 times its weight in hops (1 oz. to 51⁄2 lbs.).
Essence of Jargonelle’ Pear. Syn. Pear essence, Esprit de Jargonelle, &c. Prep. From pear oil (acetate of oxide of amyl), as ESSENCE OF ALMONDS. This is now largely employed to flavour confectionery and liqueurs. See Amyl and Oil (Volatile).
Essence of Jas′mine. See Spirit and Oil (Volatile).
Essence of Jes′samine. See Spirit and Oil.
Essence of Jon′quil. See Spirit and Oil.
Essence of Lav′ender. Syn. Essentia lavandulæ (odorata), L. Prep. 1. Oil of lavender (Mitcham), 2 oz.; rectified spirit (strongest), 1 pint.
2. As the strongest Eau de lavende. See Spirit.
Essence of Lavender (Red). See Spirit and Tincture.
Essence of Lem′on. Syn. Essentia limonis, L. Prep. 1. See Oil (Volatile).
2. (W. Procter.) Fresh oil of lemons, 1 fl. oz.; deodorised alcohol (strongest flavourless rectified), 8 fl. oz.; exterior yellow rind of lemons (fresh), 1⁄2 oz.; digest 48 hours, and filter. Used for flavouring mixtures, pastry, &c.